In 2023, Europe’s restaurant and mobile food service enterprises varied significantly by country, with France leading at over 177,000 enterprises, followed closely by Italy and Germany. The UK and Spain trailed behind. The year-on-year trends show positive growth in most countries, especially notable in Slovakia, Romania, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. However, countries like Austria and Iceland experienced declines. The five-year CAGR reveals consistent growth in the Netherlands and Lithuania, contrasting with declines in Switzerland and Austria.
Future trends to watch in Europe include:
- Potential growth in Eastern European markets like Romania and Slovakia, which are rapidly expanding.
- Shifts towards mobile food services as dining out habits evolve.
- Increasing interest in sustainable and innovative dining experiences influencing enterprise numbers.
Top countries in Number of Enterprises of Restaurants and Mobile Food Service Activities by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 177,140 | 2023 | +1.89% | +1.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 167,340 | 2023 | +1.72% | +1.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 152,620 | 2023 | +1.83% | +2.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 97,850 | 2023 | +1.91% | +1.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 74,550 | 2023 | +0.23% | +0.52% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 44,800 | 2023 | -0.31% | -0.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 43,170 | 2023 | +1.81% | +1.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 40,480 | 2023 | -0.17% | +0.27% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 36,690 | 2023 | +3.38% | +3.76% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 32,660 | 2023 | +0.47% | +0.81% | View data |
