In the first half of 2026, visitation to food service establishments… (общепит · заведение · посещаемость)
In the first half of 2026, visitation to food service establishments across Russia declined by 6–10%, according to multiple data sources, despite an increase in revenue and average spending per customer. Consumers are reportedly cutting back on dining out due to rising prices and economic pressures.
Consensus
- In the first half of 2026, visitation to food service establishments across Russia decreased by 6–10%.
- The decline in visits was observed across all segments: cafes, fast-food outlets, coffee shops, and ice cream kiosks.
- Despite lower foot traffic, revenue for food service operators increased significantly in the first half of 2026.
- Average spending per customer rose in most categories during the same period.
Points of divergence
- The decline in visitation is attributed to consumers' desire to cut expenses, high competition in coffee shops, and rising prices in food service. Retail chains offering ready-made meals are becoming serious competitors. — kommersant
- According to Rosstat data, revenue for food service operators grew by 18% year-on-year from January to May 2026, reaching 2.44 trillion rubles. — tg_tvrain
Coverage (2 sources)
- Restaurant and catering traffic in Russia fell by 10% over six months — Коммерсантъ
- Restaurant and food service establishment visits in Russia fell by 10% in 2026 — Дождь (Telegram)