Consumer foodservice in 2024: The big picture
Consumer foodservice in Switzerland saw a slump in 2024, with value sales in a small sub-decimal negative-figure slump. Meanwhile, outlets saw marginal growth in numbers, while transactions saw small sales however, both saw a lower performance than witnessed in 2023.
2024 key trends
Inflation has been falling in Switzerland, from a high of 2.84% in 2022 to 1.
Competitive landscape
The competitive landscape of consumer foodservice in Switzerland is fragmented and dynamic, with a mix of international chains and local independent brands.
Independent foodservice developments
Independent foodservice continued to be a significant force in 2024. These restaurants tend to prioritise sustainable sourcing, organic ingredients, and health-conscious options, by providing local, organic, and plant-based food.
What next for consumer foodservice?
Consumer foodservice is expected to remain relatively flat over the forecast period, whilst also seeing baseline demand based on a number of ongoing trends.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Consumer Foodservice industry in Switzerland with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
Data and analysis in this report provides further detailed coverage dedicated to the following key categories, where applicable:
- Cafés/Bars
- Full-Service Restaurants
- Limited-Service Restaurants
- Self-Service Cafeterias
- Street Stalls/Kiosks
- Consumer Foodservice by Location
If you're in the Consumer Foodservice industry in Switzerland, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Consumer Foodservice in Switzerland report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Consumer Foodservice in Switzerland?
- Which are the leading brands in Consumer Foodservice in Switzerland?
- How are multinational and local operators competing and expanding in Switzerland?
- How are consumer lifestyle trends and eating habits shaping Consumer Foodservice in Switzerland?
- How is the Consumer Foodservice industry adapting to a post-COVID-19 market environment? Where are the opportunities amidst the challenges?
- How significant are health considerations in shaping the future of Consumer Foodservice in Switzerland? Which of these trends hold the greatest potential demand?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Consumer Foodservice in Switzerland
Consumer foodservice in 2024: The big picture
2024 key trends
Competitive landscape
Independent foodservice developments
What next for consumer foodservice?
DISCLAIMER
Cafés/Bars in Switzerland
KEY DATA FINDINGS
A stagnant performance for cafés/bars due to consumers lowering their out-of-home discretionary spending
The majority of cafés/bars remain independently owned in Switzerland
Consumers increasingly seek value for money, while operators implement small yet effective promotional strategies
Challenges will continue to face bars and pubs, while cafés will fare better
Digital developments will continue to enhance the customer experience
Sustainability trends will revolve around the origins of coffee
Full-Service Restaurants in Switzerland
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Consumers are showing price-sensitivity when it comes to full-service restaurants
Pizza chains are the best performers in full-service restaurants
Full-service restaurants find strategies to mitigate rising costs and boost sales
Swiss consumers increasingly prioritise healthy food
Balancing tradition and technology to achieve success
Sustainability trends will remain strong over the forecast period
Limited-Service Restaurants in Switzerland
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Limited-service restaurants adapt diverse offers to meet a variety of consumers needs and budgets
McDonald’s holds its lead in a dynamic landscape of limited-service restaurants
Restaurants implement strategies to boost sales midst rising operational costs
Ongoing sales will be supported by technological developments and healthy menu options
Both challenges and opportunities face limited-service restaurants in Switzerland
Sustainability will remain a strong competitive advantage
Self-Service Cafeterias in Switzerland
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Affordability is key to success for self-service cafeterias
Retailers benefit from high in-store foot traffic which can be converted to foodservice
Consumers seek healthier meals at affordable prices
Challenges lie ahead for self-service cafeterias
Street stalls/kiosks act as a strong competitor in terms of cost and convenience
Sustainability will remain a key trend over the forecast period
Street Stalls/Kiosks in Switzerland
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Street stalls/kiosks benefit from consumers seeking convenient, on-the-go lunch options
Gourmessa/Take Away from Migros benefits from its local positioning
Consumers increasingly seek healthier food with local ingredients, for a more sustainable experience
Ongoing baseline demand will support ongoing sales
Locally-sourced and healthy food will increasingly be in demand
The growth of apps to encourage loyalty and offer customer rewards
Consumer Foodservice By Location in Switzerland
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Consumer foodservice through standalone benefits from consumers’ return to out-of-home lifestyles
Consumer foodservice by location follows many of the same trends seen across consumer foodservice per se
Consumers increasingly seek healthier food
Profitability remains the biggest challenge ahead, as players need to adapt to evolving consumer trends
Tourism likely to drive growth over the forecast period
Different locations cater to different consumer demographics
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Consumer Foodservice
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- Chained Consumer Foodservice
- Independent Consumer Foodservice
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- Chained Cafés/Bars
- Independent Cafés/Bars
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- Chained Bars/Pubs
- Independent Bars/Pubs
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- Chained Cafés
- Independent Cafés
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- Chained Juice/Smoothie Bars
- Independent Juice/Smoothie Bars
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- Chained Specialist Coffee and Tea Shops
- Independent Specialist Coffee and Tea Shops
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- Chained Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Asian Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Asian Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained European Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent European Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Latin American Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Latin American Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Middle Eastern Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Middle Eastern Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained North American Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent North American Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Pizza Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Pizza Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Other Full-Service Restaurants
- Independent Other Full-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Asian Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Asian Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Bakery Products Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Bakery Products Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Burger Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Burger Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Chicken Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Chicken Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Convenience Stores Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Convenience Stores Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Fish Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Fish Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Ice Cream Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Ice Cream Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Latin American Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Latin American Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Middle Eastern Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Middle Eastern Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Pizza Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Pizza Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Other Limited-Service Restaurants
- Independent Other Limited-Service Restaurants
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- Chained Self-Service Cafeterias
- Independent Self-Service Cafeterias
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- Chained Street Stalls/Kiosks
- Independent Street Stalls/Kiosks
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- Consumer Foodservice Through Standalone
- Consumer Foodservice Through Leisure
- Consumer Foodservice Through Retail
- Consumer Foodservice Through Lodging
- Consumer Foodservice Through Travel
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- Takeaway Online Ordering
- Takeaway Offline Ordering
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- First-Party Delivery Services
- Third-Party Delivery Services
- Delivery Offline Ordering
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- Drive-Through
- Eat-In
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- Takeaway Online Ordering
- Delivery Online Ordering
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- Takeaway Offline Ordering
- Delivery Offline Ordering
- Drive-Through
- Eat-in
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Consumer Foodservice
Consumer foodservice is composed of cafés/bars, full-service restaurants, limited-service restaurants, self-service cafeterias and street stalls/kiosks.
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