cuisine was one of the cuisine types within venue channels, along with International and Arab cuisines, according to GlobalData’s menu intelligence database. In its menu analysis of venue in Qatar report, GlobalData analyses 597 menu items across venue outlets and provides an overview of various foodservice channels in Qatar. According to GlobalData, venue makes up 0.549% of all restaurant types in Qatar. Buy the report here.
Fruit was found to be the most-used ingredient in venue establishments, featuring in 12% of menu items, followed by chicken and soup. Noodle and rice were also significant ingredients. An analysis of menu categories reveals that baked goods & morning goods, meal deals and combinations, salads & sides, meat dishes and sandwiches & wraps were most popular within the venue format.
An analysis of the annual price change between 2023 and H1 2024 indicates that the average menu prices in Qatar venue channel have dropped by 6.84%. Considering all channels (including venue) the average price change was -0.02%. As on-premises dining gains momentum following the COVID-19 pandemic, the venue segment in Qatar is expected to experience overall growth. Moreover, the introduction of new menu items that emphasize health and wellness generates interest in those seeking nutritious menu options and greater variety.
Different restaurant types exhibited mixed price movements within Qatar foodservice market between 2023 and H1 2024. Of all the restaurant types, convenience store exhibited highest price hike, while venue experienced a maximum price decrease.
An in-depth analysis of venue price trends by location reveals consumption trends of each region. The graph below represents the change in venue menu prices between 2023 and H1 2024 across the top five locations. As seen below, venue menu items in Doha became more affordable as compared to Doha and .
While consumers become more price conscious, operators look for ways to optimize their costs to retain margin and market share. In the Qatari market, venue operators rely on innovation as a crucial tactic to appeal to customers as well as optimize costs. As increasing number of consumers seek novel experiences, foodservice operators must continuously innovate their menu choices, providing superior taste and quality along with a diverse selection of dishes. Operators should highlight the distinctive tastes and flavors of their food and beverage offerings in a convenient format to enhance customer engagement.
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