This statistic shows the average sales per seat of restaurants in Canada in 2014, by category. According to restaurant operators in 2014, quick service restaurants achieved average sales per seat of 12,603 Canadian dollars.

This statistic shows the sales of the restaurant industry in Canada from 2010 to 2017. In 2017, sales of the Canadian restaurant industry amounted to approximately 85 billion Canadian dollars, up from 68.4 billion the previous year.
Canadian restaurant industry sales - Additional Information Restaurant sales in Canada have grown over the past five years from 61 billion Canadian dollars in 2010 to 85 billion Canadian dollars in 2017. That accumulates to an increase of approximately 24 billion Canadian dollars in the Canadian restaurant industry. As restaurant industry sales have grown in Canada over this period, so have the number of employees in the Canadian restaurant industry. From 2010 to 2017, the number of employees in the restaurant industry have increased from 1.13 million employees in 2010 to 1.2 million employees in 2017.

Restaurant industry sales can be measured in various ways, such as average sales per seat or average sales per square foot. In 2014, quick service restaurants were the most lucrative when measuring sales per seat, with average sales of 12,603 Canadian dollars per seat. Fine dining restaurants ranked second, earning an average of 12,373 Canadian dollars per seat. In 2014 however when looking at sales per square foot, family restaurants had the highest average sales in the Canadian restaurant industry, averaging sales of 1,046 Canadian dollars per square foot, compared to QSR restaurants with an average of 912 Canadian dollars per square foot.

Although quick service restaurants averaged fewer sales per square foot than family restaurants, it is a large market sector in terms of number of restaurants. As of January 2015, Canada had the most Starbucks stores per million people in the world with over 41 Starbucks stores per million people. In the same year, Canada also had the most Subway stores per million people and the second most McDonald’s restaurants per million people with 88.9 stores and 40.6 restaurants and per million people, respectively.

This statistic shows the average restaurant sales per square foot in Canada in 2014, by restaurant category. According to restaurant operators in 2014, quick service restaurants achieved average sales per square foot of 912 Canadian dollars.

The Canada Foodservice Market is segmented by Foodservice Type (Cafes & Bars, Cloud Kitchen, Full Service Restaurants, Quick Service Restaurants), by Outlet (Chained Outlets, Independent Outlets) and by Location (Leisure, Lodging, Retail, Standalone, Travel). Market Value in USD is presented. Key data points observed include the number of outlets for each foodservice channel; and, average order value in USD by foodservice channel.

Canadian fast food restaurants have seen significant growth over the past five years, largely attributed to increased consumer spending and innovative product offerings. However, this growth faced constraints due to high internal competition and shifting consumer tastes. Profitable products like coffee and smoothies have become prominent while customizable meals and high-quality ingredients have gained popularity, prompting industry giants to reconsider their strategies and menu offerings. Consequently, industry revenue is projected to increase an annualized 3.8%, reaching approximately $37.0 billion in 2025, with an anticipated 2.4% growth within that year alone. In 2025, profit is expected to make up 4.8% of revenue.

Consumer eating habits have drastically changed over these past five years. Health-consciousness has surged, pushing for alterations to customary fast food options. Major chains responded by expanding menus to cater for healthier items such as salads, fruits, and smoothies. Increased per capita disposable income levels have also bolstered the industry, enabling more consumers to dine at fast food restaurants. This trend also spiked demand for food delivery services, driving restaurants to invest more in robust online ordering and delivery management systems. The industry is expected to endure challenges resulting from the US-Canada tariff wars as a significant share of restaurant purchases are sourced from the US. As purchases become more expensive, especially fresh produce, Canadian fast food restaurants have pivoted to source from local suppliers. Further, the increasing trend toward national pride will favor Canadian-founded fast food chains such as A&W and Tim Hortons. Looking into 2030, industry revenue is forecasted to exhibit an annualized growth rate of 1.1%, reaching $39.1 billion. Growth is anticipated to be swifter in the first half of this outlook given the adaption to new challenges relating to tariffs. In line with rising demand for healthier food, fast-food joints will likely persist in launching new products that resonate with consumers' evolving preferences. Further, food delivery services are expected to continue playing a significantly larger role in this industry.

In 2023, the leading restaurant chain in Canada in terms of gross sales was Tim Horton's at over 9.5 billion Canadian dollars. McDonald's ranked second with 7.1 billion in gross sales.

Seasonally adjusted receipts of monthly survey of food services and drinking places, by North American Industry Classification System (NAICS), monthly, for five months of data.

Restaurants have experienced surging recovery and record inflation in the past few years as they continue to serve the public's appetite. After the pandemic, chain restaurants contended with high inflation that reduce customers' willingness to dine out. Later on, soaring operational costs have pressured industry profitability, driving some chains out of the industry. Overall, over the five years to 2025, chain restaurant revenue expanded at a CAGR of 10.4% to $241.5 billion, including a 1.7% decline in 2025, where profit reached 4.7%.Massive part-time employment, a high establishment-to-operator ratio and heavy external competition differentiate the chain restaurant. However, the back-of-house technology many restaurant franchisees employ allows them to benefit from a parent chain's digital ordering system, unified marketing and negotiation leverage. Despite improving efficiency across franchises helping to keep menu prices low, cost-conscious consumers are considering other options, from meal kit delivery to fast-casual chains.Even while experiencing 2022's historic inflation, restaurants are also expected to suffer from the US-Canada tariffs that pushing up purchase costs. However, market leaders are pursuing international growth to balance national chain saturation, while niche chains pop up to provide customized food options and thematic, personalized service. In addition, restaurant chains of all sizes implement technology to speed up kitchen tasks, take mobile orders and track social influence. By 2030, revenue will rise at a CAGR of 1.8% to $264.5 billion.

This statistic shows the average annual wage in the Canadian fast food restaurant industry from 2010 to 2019. In 2013, the average annual wage of a fast food restaurant employee was 14,959.01 Canadian dollars. This figure was forecasted to rise to 15,305.94 Canadian dollars by 2019.

Facing shifting social trends and a pandemic, bars and nightclubs in Canada have seen a slump in recent years. Canadians are increasingly choosing to consume alcohol at home, with per capita alcohol intake dropping over the last half-decade. Additionally, bars faced stiff competition from restaurants and alternate entertainment outlets serving alcohol. The COVID-19 pandemic dealt a hard blow, shutting down bars and nightclubs for months. These factors contribute to an expected annualized industry revenue decline of 4.2% to $2.7 billion over the five years to 2024, despite a surge of 6.0% in 2024 alone. This downturn also dampened industry profit. In response, the industry has shown resilience by diversifying and innovating. New concepts such as wine bars, cocktail lounges and brewpubs are emerging as bars and nightclubs work to draw in new demographics. The focus has also shifted to accommodating consumer preferences for craft beers and specialty cocktails. As the landscape evolves, strict regulations and intensifying competition have made it harder for new players to enter, leading to market fragmentation as establishments cater to a broader spectrum of niche markets. The road ahead appears challenging, but not without hope. The industry will continue to grapple with competition from in-home alcohol consumption and restaurants that serve alcohol. However, improvements are on the horizon as the broader economy gradually recovers and consumer spending returns. Healthy upscale products like craft beer and organic fare will likely be incorporated into bar menus to cater to changing consumer tastes. Industry revenue isn't projected to stay down for long. The forecast looks promising, with an expected annualized increase of 2.1%, rising to $3.0 billion over the five years to 2029. Despite the odds, bars and nightclubs in Canada are banking on innovation and economic recovery to regain their footing.

The North America Foodservice Market report segments the industry into Foodservice Type (Cafes & Bars, Cloud Kitchen, Full Service Restaurants, Quick Service Restaurants), Outlet (Chained Outlets, Independent Outlets), Location (Leisure, Lodging, Retail, Standalone, Travel), and Country (Canada, Mexico, United States, Rest of North America). Get five years of historical data alongside five-year market forecasts.

Despite experiencing steady growth along with the domestic economy over the past five years, Canada's Coffee and Snack Shops industry faced significant turbulence. To the industry's benefit, the spike in global coffee prices has partially boosted industry revenue. Due to a low pandemic base year, industry revenue is projected to rise at an annualized rate of 4.8% to $6.3 billion over the five years to 2025, including a 3.0% increase in 2025 alone. Conversely, soaring operational costs, especially wages and rent, have pressured industry profit, falling to an expected 5.2% of revenue in the same year. Consumer habits have played a significant role in the industry's development over the past five years. For example, increased spending on breakfast items has given the industry a much-needed boost, setting it apart from the otherwise sluggish growth of the food service sector. To draw customers and stay competitive, coffee shops have been forced to diversify their menus, adding breakfast sandwiches and standalone fruit and granola cups. This is in response to fast food chains like McDonald's and Tim Hortons expanding into the specialty coffee market. Moreover, major player Starbucks has emphasized drive-thru and mobile pick-up services, which cater to the convenience of customers and expand profit opportunities. Over the next five years, the industry is likely to continue evolving. Coffee stores may introduce new high-margin products such as matcha and snacks, iced coffee drinks, breakfast items and wraps. As many customers are accustomed to remote working, a return to office mandate by both public and private sectors will inject a large influx of customers into coffee and snack shops, boosting future growth. As consumer confidence is expected to strengthen, discretionary spending on coffee and snacks rises. As a result, industry revenue is estimated to grow at an annualized rate of 1.9%, reaching $6.9 billion over the five years to 2030.

According to a survey carried out in Canada in July 2019, the share of Canadians who had tried plant-based meat alternatives was highest amongst high income earners - some 47 percent of respondents who earned above 100,000 Canadian dollars had tried plant-based meat alternatives in a restaurant or from a grocery store. This was six percent higher than the Canadian average of 41 percent.