State of the Restaurant Industry Report 2025
Learn the key factors impacting the industry including the current state of the economy, operations, workforce, and food and menu trends for the year ahead.
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Research
Higher volume restaurants reported lower food-cost ratios in 2024
October 16, 2025Lower costs flowed through to the bottom line in the form of higher profitability. -
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Restaurant Sales Estimated to Have Risen by 0.5% in September
October 16, 2025The National Restaurant Association has developed a macroeconomic model to estimate sales at eating and drinking places. In the absence of official figures due to the government shutdown, this post estimates September 2025 sales data. -
Articles
You’re hired: First job initiatives build hope and opportunity
October 10, 2025RHLC line-cook alum connects new populations with industry careers. -
Reports
Kids LiveWell Approved Meals Database
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Elevated labor costs had a significant impact on restaurant profitability in 2024
October 08, 2025Profitable restaurants were much more likely to keep labor costs in check. -
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Consumer outlook
October 07, 2025Key driver of consumer activity is losing momentum