{"id":13337,"date":"2025-07-03T07:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T07:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/?p=13337"},"modified":"2025-07-12T07:31:32","modified_gmt":"2025-07-12T07:31:32","slug":"new-zealand-restaurant-statistics","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/new-zealand-restaurant-statistics\/","title":{"rendered":"New Zealand Restaurant Statistics: Industry Growth, Market Trends &amp; Consumer Insights"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"13337\" class=\"elementor elementor-13337\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-50cab70 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"50cab70\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-34a3b4f elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"34a3b4f\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Zealand\u2019s restaurant industry may be smaller in scale compared to global markets, but it reflects many of the same structural shifts: tight margins, labor shortages, and evolving consumer expectations. With over <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/statistics\/1557776\/new-zealand-number-of-food-and-beverage-enterprises\/#:~:text=Number%20of%20food%20and%20beverage%20enterprises%20New%20Zealand%202015%2D2024&amp;text=From%202015%20to%202024%2C%20the,bars%20the%20second%2Dlargest%20segment.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">18,000 food service establishments<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> operating nationwide, the sector plays a significant role in employment and local economies.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the USDA\u2019s Foreign Agricultural Service, staffing gaps remain a pressing issue, directly impacting service capacity and operational efficiency. Meanwhile, consumer demand is leaning toward convenience, digital ordering, and casual dining, prompting operators to rethink delivery models and menu strategies.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To understand how the New Zealand food service industry is shaping up, this blog explores the most important New Zealand Restaurant Statistics and what they mean for industry insiders.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>The State of NZ\u2019s Restaurant Sector in 2025<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Zealand\u2019s restaurant and caf\u00e9 sector remains vital to the national economy, driven by domestic demand and regional variation.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>A. Market Size and Overview<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Zealand\u2019s food service industry recorded sales of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globaldata.com\/store\/report\/new-zealand-foodservice-market-analysis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$8.8 billion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2023 and is forecasted to grow at a CAGR of 5% from 2023 to 2028.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Within this, the restaurant and caf\u00e9 landscape generated approximately <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restaurantnz.co.nz\/2024\/07\/29\/2024-hospitality-report-released-shows-growth-lags-behind-rising-costs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$7.8\u202fbillion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in annual sales from March 2024, contributing to a larger hospitality sector totaling $15.7\u202fbillion with an increase of 5.8% over the previous year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Further, cafeterias and restaurants recorded <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restaurantnz.co.nz\/trends\/2025-q1-hospitality-sales-snapshot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$1.99\u202fbillion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in sales during Q1\u202f2025, making up about 50% of total hospitality revenue for the period.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h3><b>B. Growth Patterns<\/b><\/h3><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National year-on-year growth for the NZ hospitality industry in Q1\u202f2025 was a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restaurantnz.co.nz\/trends\/2025-q1-hospitality-sales-snapshot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">modest +1.0%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a slowdown from Q4&#8217;s 3.2% but indicative of seasonal adjustments.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Y\u2011o\u2011Y sales for cafes and restaurants rose by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restaurantnz.co.nz\/2024\/07\/29\/2024-hospitality-report-released-shows-growth-lags-behind-rising-costs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$344\u202fmillion<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2024 compared to 2023, at a 4.6% increase.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">During 2023-2024, menu pricing <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restaurantnz.co.nz\/2024\/07\/29\/2024-hospitality-report-released-shows-growth-lags-behind-rising-costs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">increased by 6.4%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> due to increased operational costs and rising inflation (4%), highlighting that the sales growth was slower than the cost increase.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13343\" src=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/NZ-Growth-patterns-.webp\" alt=\"Sales growth\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/NZ-Growth-patterns-.webp 741w, https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/NZ-Growth-patterns--300x197.webp 300w, https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/NZ-Growth-patterns--150x98.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" \/><\/p><h3><b>C. Regional Dynamics<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Performance across New Zealand\u2019s restaurant sector varies significantly by region, driven largely by tourism activity, local economic conditions, and population movement. While the national growth rate remains steady, some local markets are showing strong momentum, while others are struggling to keep pace.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Recent <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restaurantnz.co.nz\/trends\/2025-q1-hospitality-sales-snapshot\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sales data<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from Q1 2025 reveals:<\/span><\/p><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nelson recorded the strongest growth in the country, with sales rising from $46 million in Q1 2024 to $53.6 million in Q1 2025, a nearly 17% increase year-over-year.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Queenstown-Lakes, a tourism-heavy region, posted a 13.4% increase, driven by rising visitor numbers and a premium dining scene.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Canterbury also saw stable growth, with hospitality sales nearing NZ$402 million in the first quarter.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In contrast, Auckland grew by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/restaurantandcafe.co.nz\/mixed-start-and-growth-for-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">just 0.4%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, with operators citing high operating costs and slowing local demand.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><b>New Zealand Restaurant Statistics: Decoding Restaurant Footprint Growth<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This section examines how New Zealand\u2019s restaurant landscape is evolving in numbers, format, and ownership mix.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>Restaurant Expansion<\/b><\/h3><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of 2025, NZ has 18,000+ food service establishments, including <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentechdigital.com\/smartscraper\/business-report-details\/list-of-restaurants-in-new-zealand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3,410 restaurants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. This number has increased by 2.16% from 2023.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Out of the total restaurants in New Zealand, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentechdigital.com\/smartscraper\/business-report-details\/list-of-restaurants-in-new-zealand?\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">84% are independent<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, single-owner operations, while 16% are part of larger brands.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Within regional distribution, Auckland Region leads with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentechdigital.com\/smartscraper\/business-report-details\/list-of-restaurants-in-new-zealand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,696 restaurants<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, followed by Canterbury (546) and Wellington (491)<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h3><b>Segment Mix<\/b><\/h3><h4><b>1. Full-Service Restaurants (FSRs)<\/b><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Full-service restaurants are the largest profit channel in the New Zealand food service industry, with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rss.globenewswire.com\/en\/news-release\/2024\/07\/19\/2915802\/28124\/en\/New-Zealand-Foodservice-Markets-2023-2024-2028-Analysis-and-Forecasts-of-Quick-Service-Restaurant-QSR-Full-Service-Restaurant-FSR-and-Coffee-Tea-Shops.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">35.4% market share<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and a current value of $3.1 billion. This growth is attributed to the competitive and dynamic nature of the segment, which consistently adapts to evolving customer needs. Many restaurants in this segment are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mordorintelligence.com\/industry-reports\/newzealand-foodservice-market\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">introducing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> vegan and gluten-free items featuring locally sourced ingredients and witnessing higher growth.<\/span><\/p><h4><b>2. Quick-Service Restaurants (QSRs)<\/b><\/h4><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/qsr-software\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">QSR<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the second largest channel within the New Zealand food service industry, with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rss.globenewswire.com\/en\/news-release\/2024\/07\/19\/2915802\/28124\/en\/New-Zealand-Foodservice-Markets-2023-2024-2028-Analysis-and-Forecasts-of-Quick-Service-Restaurant-QSR-Full-Service-Restaurant-FSR-and-Coffee-Tea-Shops.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">31.4% share<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In 2023, the segment generated about $2.8 billion in profits and a CAGR of 4.3% from 2018 to 23. QSR\u2019s momentum in the New Zealand restaurant industry is driven by a preference for convenience and affordability.<\/span><\/p><h4><b>3. Fast Food<\/b><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are approximately <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rentechdigital.com\/smartscraper\/business-report-details\/list-of-fast-food-restaurants-in-new-zealand\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1,025 fast-food<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> restaurants (QSR) operating in NZ, with 60% chain-affiliated and 40% independent establishments. The fast-food segment has grown significantly in New Zealand due to rising consumer demand for tasty, quick, and affordable food options.<\/span><\/p><h4><b>4. Cafes<\/b><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tea and coffee shops in New Zealand reached NZD 472.2 million or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/rss.globenewswire.com\/en\/news-release\/2024\/07\/19\/2915802\/28124\/en\/New-Zealand-Foodservice-Markets-2023-2024-2028-Analysis-and-Forecasts-of-Quick-Service-Restaurant-QSR-Full-Service-Restaurant-FSR-and-Coffee-Tea-Shops.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">$286.7 million in sales<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2023. While the growth is slow, these outlets are popular among younger demographics to enjoy affordable meals with friends.<\/span><\/p><h4><b>5. Catering<\/b><\/h4><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite a post-pandemic slowdown, the catering sector registered the highest sales increase from 2023, by <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restaurantnz.co.nz\/2024\/07\/29\/2024-hospitality-report-released-shows-growth-lags-behind-rising-costs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">19.4%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the year to March 2024.<\/span><\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13347\" src=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/NZ-Cafes.webp\" alt=\"NZ segment mix\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/NZ-Cafes.webp 741w, https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/NZ-Cafes-300x197.webp 300w, https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/NZ-Cafes-150x98.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><h2><b>Consumer Behavior Trends: Where Are New Zealanders Spending on Food?<\/b><\/h2><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/restroapp-food-delivery-app\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delivery<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and takeout are key aspects of dining preferences in New Zealand, with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/merchants.doordash.com\/en-us\/blog\/food-delivery-statistics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">67% of diners<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> choosing these options to receive their meals.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Q4 2022, Uber Eats held a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/dashmote.com\/articles\/uncovering-the-australian-and-new-zealand-food-delivery-landscape-a-data-driven-approach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">51.7% market share<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in New Zealand, followed by Menulog, which had a 31.3% market share.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">More than half of NZ consumers (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.deliverect.com\/en-us\/blog\/trending\/the-state-of-the-food-delivery-industry-worldwide\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">54%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">) now search for restaurants via third-party food apps.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Delivery is also a popular choice among consumers when hosting at home. A total of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hospohr.co.nz\/blogs\/inside-new-zealands-ghost-kitchen-revolution-the-rise-of-virtual-restaurants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">22% of consumers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in New Zealand, Canada, and Australia have ordered delivery when they have guests over.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/merchants.doordash.com\/en-au\/blog\/australia-online-ordering-habits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">23% of NZ<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Gen\u202fZ consumers report they \u201coften eat delivery in bed\u201d vs. 53% who eat on the couch.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food photography influences nearly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/merchants.doordash.com\/en-au\/blog\/australia-online-ordering-habits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">40% of consumers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> when choosing a restaurant for delivery or takeout.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Of the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/merchants.doordash.com\/en-au\/blog\/australia-online-ordering-habits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">17% of New Zealand diners<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> who rely on social media to explore new restaurants, 22% prefer Instagram.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ghost kitchens have <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hospohr.co.nz\/blogs\/inside-new-zealands-ghost-kitchen-revolution-the-rise-of-virtual-restaurants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">emerged<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> across New Zealand&#8217;s suburbs as they offer lower overhead alternatives for delivery-only operations.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gen\u202fZ and Millennials are <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hospohr.co.nz\/blogs\/inside-new-zealands-ghost-kitchen-revolution-the-rise-of-virtual-restaurants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">27% more likely<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to choose restaurants that use eco\u2011friendly packaging.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Among on-premise diners, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cgastrategy.com\/new-zealand-sustainable-credentials-in-hospitality\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">42% consider sustainability<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or ethical credentials when choosing where to eat.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><h2><b>Menu Trends in New Zealand Restaurants<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kiwi diners are increasingly aligning their food choices with personal values, wellness priorities, and cultural interests. These shifting motivations are reshaping menu design and sourcing, encouraging the restaurant sector to focus on unique experiences.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>A. Plant-Based, Organic, and Gluten-Free Menus<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over the past 3-4 years, New\u202fZealand has emerged as a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.hbfuturefarming.org\/news\/article\/41\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">top-five country<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for veganism, with searches and demand for plant-based meat alternatives rising by over 20% in grocery and food service channels.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This shift is driven by rising health awareness, environmental concern, and dietary inclusivity, especially among consumers aged 18-34. As a result, restaurants are responding with vegan menus, dedicated gluten-free options, and allergen-safe meal preparations.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>B. Local Sourcing and Sustainability<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Diners in New Zealand are putting a greater emphasis on transparency when it comes to their food. Plus, the increased preference for healthy and organic menus has encouraged them to seek locally sourced ingredients in their food when eating at restaurants.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">About <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cgastrategy.com\/new-zealand-sustainable-credentials-in-hospitality\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">41% of consumers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> choose where to eat based on whether the food and drinks are locally produced. Restaurants are adapting by building relationships with regional farms and markets to incorporate seasonal produce and locally sourced ingredients.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>C. Global Cuisines<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New\u202fZealand\u2019s diverse population is reflected in the rising availability of Korean, Southeast Asian, Middle Eastern, and other global cuisines within restaurant menus.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fmcgbusiness.co.nz\/3-trends-driving-new-zealands-fb-industry\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kerry\u2019s 2024 ANZ Taste Charts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, the popularity of international flavors and foods like Korean gochujang, matcha, teriyaki, fermented pickles, and BBQ smoke has grown significantly since 2021.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13351\" src=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Global-Cuisines.webp\" alt=\"Global cuisines in NZ\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Global-Cuisines.webp 741w, https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Global-Cuisines-300x197.webp 300w, https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Global-Cuisines-150x98.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/p><h3><b>D. Low-Waste &amp; Seasonal Menus<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restaurants in New Zealand are moving away from long, static menus in favor of tighter, more adaptable ones built to incorporate seasonal produce and reduce wastage in restaurants.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theshout.co.nz\/hbnz\/2024-future-menus-report-highlights-eight-essential-trends-for-hospitality\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2024 Future Menus report<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> noted operators are embracing leaner menus not just for waste reduction but because diners prefer focused, curated food offerings that focus on local and seasonal offerings. For restaurants, these leaner menus reduce overhead and kitchen waste. For diners, they offer freshness, variety, and a better-quality menu.<\/span><\/p><h2><b>New Zealand Restaurant Workforce Trends<\/b><\/h2><ul><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The hospitality sector, including caf\u00e9s, restaurants, takeaways, pubs, and catering, directly employs <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mbie.govt.nz\/assets\/hospitality-and-tourism-employment-report-rebounds-and-roads-forward-2024.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">145,000 people<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> as of early 2024, marking a robust 7.3% increase year-on-year and exceeding outlet growth of new establishments.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In a 2024 survey of hospitality employees, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mbie.govt.nz\/immigration-and-tourism\/tourism-research-and-data\/tourism-data-insights\/tourism-and-hospitality-workforce-report\/hospitality-and-tourism-employment-2024\/executive-summary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">90.9% of respondents<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> felt productive in their roles, while 89.9% felt confident in their skills to do the job.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the same survey, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mbie.govt.nz\/immigration-and-tourism\/tourism-research-and-data\/tourism-data-insights\/tourism-and-hospitality-workforce-report\/hospitality-and-tourism-employment-2024\/executive-summary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">57.2% of respondents<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> said training opportunities were good, up from 40.5% in 2022.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mbie.govt.nz\/immigration-and-tourism\/tourism-research-and-data\/tourism-data-insights\/tourism-and-hospitality-workforce-report\/hospitality-and-tourism-employment-2024\/executive-summary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">51% of workers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> earn less than a living wage, of which 71.8% include front-line staff as compared to 30% for managers.<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mbie.govt.nz\/business-and-employment\/employment-and-skills\/regional-skills-leadership-groups\/tamaki-makaurau\/regional-workforce-plans\/regional-workforce-plan-2023\/regional-highlights\/our-economy-industry-and-business-highlights\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">82% of operators<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Auckland\u2019s hospitality sector report being understaffed, while 88% say senior hires are \u201cdifficult or extremely difficult.\u201d<\/span><\/li><li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By 2027, around <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mbie.govt.nz\/business-and-employment\/employment-and-skills\/regional-skills-leadership-groups\/tamaki-makaurau\/regional-workforce-plans\/regional-workforce-plan\/our-economy-industry-and-business\/services\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">31,000 job openings<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are expected in Auckland&#8217;s hospitality sector, including 11,100 new roles and 20,000 replacements, representing 9% of total regional job openings.<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-13355\" src=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/New-Zealand-Restaurant-Workforce.webp\" alt=\"New Zealand Restaurant Workforce\" width=\"741\" height=\"486\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/New-Zealand-Restaurant-Workforce.webp 741w, https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/New-Zealand-Restaurant-Workforce-300x197.webp 300w, https:\/\/dev.restroworks.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/New-Zealand-Restaurant-Workforce-150x98.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 741px) 100vw, 741px\" \/><\/p><h2><b>Restaurant Technology Adoption in New\u202fZealand<\/b><\/h2><h3><b>1. QR Code Menus\u00a0<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restaurants across the country are using QR code menus and contactless ordering to streamline operations and enhance guest safety. Scanning a table QR lets customers order and pay directly from their phones, reducing reliance on printed menus and front-of-house staff.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, Dine Find\u2019s 2025 Dining Trends Report reveals that nearly <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restaurantnz.co.nz\/2025\/02\/16\/hospitalitys-human-touch-why-kiwis-prefer-people-over-tech-at-the-table\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">50% of diners<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> aged 18-35 hold neutral or positive opinions on QR code ordering.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the same time, operators appreciate how quickly they can update menus, which makes QR ideal for daily specials and ingredient shortages, while the digital format encourages upselling through intelligent prompts and descriptions.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>2. Self-Service Kiosks<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kiosks are no longer limited to QSR or fast causal chains. They\u2019re increasingly being adopted by smaller operators in New Zealand to boost efficiency and manage operations amidst labor pressures.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/newsroom.co.nz\/2025\/02\/14\/why-restaurants-are-doubling-down-on-self-service-kiosks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Downlow Burgers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, one of New Zealand\u2019s fastest-growing fast-food brands, launched in 2023 with at least one kiosk at every outlet. Today, it has scaled to 10 locations across the North Island, where about 90-95% of its total sales come through kiosks.<\/span><\/p><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/restrogo-self-service-kiosk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Self-service kiosks<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> deliver on multiple fronts\u2014cutting queues, enhancing order accuracy, and encouraging higher check sizes, thanks to smarter upselling and easy menu browsing.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>3. Cloud-Based POS Systems<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restaurants are rapidly upgrading from legacy systems to cloud-enabled <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.restroworks.com\/restaurant-pos-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">POS systems<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, integrating QR ordering, mobile payments, loyalty programs, and real-time menu management. This level of digitalization in NZ restaurants simplifies operations, reduces errors, and frees staff to focus on service rather than manual entry.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>4. Digital Payments<\/b><\/h3><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Speed, simplicity, and convenience define modern dining today, and in New Zealand, digital wallets and contactless payments have become a critical aspect of it. Instead of waiting in long lines for payment and handling cash, customers prefer the convenience of self-checkout and quick payments.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is evident in the growth of digital and contactless payments among consumers, with digital wallet <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.paymentsnz.co.nz\/resources\/articles\/consumer-research-cards-still-on-top-but-digital-options-gaining-ground\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adoption rising to 15%<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, compared to 10% in 2022. In short, NZ operators who streamline checkout can improve not only customer satisfaction but also staff efficiency and table turnover.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These technologies reflect a clear shift toward higher efficiency, flexibility, and customer autonomy, driven by rising labor costs and staffing shortages, consumer preference for speed and digital convenience, and the competitive desire to upsell and gather customer data.<\/span><\/p><h3><b>EXPERT OPINION<\/b><\/h3>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64f5429 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"64f5429\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5ba7612 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"5ba7612\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\" data-settings=\"{&quot;background_background&quot;:&quot;gradient&quot;}\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ece27e3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"ece27e3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<table><tbody><tr><td><p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/fleurrevelldevlin\/?originalSubdomain=nz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fleur Revell-Devlin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, director of Auckland-based Impact PR, specializing in food and beverage PR, says, \u201cRestaurants need to see <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.impactpr.co.nz\/restaurants-need-to-adapt-as-cost-of-living-cuts-entrees-from-menu-expert\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">greater adoption<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> of these mobile payment technologies from diners to introduce efficiencies into their operation. Even a small improvement in margin can make the difference between a business\u2019s ability to survive the year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Embracing flexibility in their offerings is also crucial. This might mean introducing more affordable options, such as smaller portion sizes or fixed-price menus, which can attract budget-conscious diners without compromising on the overall dining experience. Seasonal and local ingredients can help reduce costs and appeal to customers interested in sustainability and supporting local businesses.\u201d<\/span><\/p><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-38546d2 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"38546d2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-81594cd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"81594cd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From evolving consumer preferences to the steady rise of digital tools, the data shows that New Zealand\u2019s restaurant industry in 2025 is shaped by demand-driven growth. Diners are spending more mindfully, showing a strong interest in local sourcing, convenience dining formats, and seamless ordering experiences.<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the same time, operators are adapting with advanced tech stacks, leaner menus, and a renewed focus on operational efficiency. With the right insights from Restaurant Statistics NZ, it\u2019s possible to meet customer expectations while preparing for what\u2019s ahead.<\/span><\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-93e4259 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"93e4259\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-45e9630 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"45e9630\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cdd30c3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-accordion\" data-id=\"cdd30c3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2151\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2151\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm144 276c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-92v92c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-56c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-92h-92c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h92v-92c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h56c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v92h92c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">1. How many restaurants are there in New Zealand?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2151\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"1\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2151\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As of 2024, there are over 18,000 food service establishments in New Zealand.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2152\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2152\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm144 276c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-92v92c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-56c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-92h-92c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h92v-92c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h56c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v92h92c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">2. What is the most common dinner in New Zealand?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2152\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"2\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2152\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seafood and roast lamb are some of the most popular dinners in New Zealand. Other common dinner options include fish and chips, meat pie, hangi, crayfish, and more.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2153\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2153\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm144 276c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-92v92c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-56c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-92h-92c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h92v-92c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h56c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v92h92c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">3. Which country has the most restaurants in the world?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2153\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"3\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2153\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">China holds the highest number of restaurants globally, with more than 9 million food service outlets as of 2020. The vast population, regional food diversity, and strong street food culture contribute to its large volume of restaurants.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2154\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2154\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm144 276c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-92v92c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-56c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-92h-92c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h92v-92c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h56c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v92h92c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">4. How much do restaurant owners make in NZ?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2154\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"4\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2154\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Restaurant owner earnings in New Zealand vary widely by location and format. On average, owner-operators earn a salary between NZD 62,000 and NZD 96,000 annually. Profits can fluctuate significantly depending on business size, costs, and location.<\/span><\/p><p><br \/><br \/><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-accordion-item\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-title-2155\" class=\"elementor-tab-title\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"button\" aria-controls=\"elementor-tab-content-2155\" aria-expanded=\"false\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon elementor-accordion-icon-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-closed\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zm144 276c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-92v92c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12h-56c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-92h-92c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h92v-92c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h56c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v92h92c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"elementor-accordion-icon-opened\"><svg class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus-circle\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M256 8C119 8 8 119 8 256s111 248 248 248 248-111 248-248S393 8 256 8zM124 296c-6.6 0-12-5.4-12-12v-56c0-6.6 5.4-12 12-12h264c6.6 0 12 5.4 12 12v56c0 6.6-5.4 12-12 12H124z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"elementor-accordion-title\" tabindex=\"0\">5. How big is the hospitality industry in NZ?<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-tab-content-2155\" class=\"elementor-tab-content elementor-clearfix\" data-tab=\"5\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"elementor-tab-title-2155\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">New Zealand\u2019s hospitality industry generated $13.38 billion in annual sales as of 2022, employing over 145,000 people across restaurants, bars, caf\u00e9s, and accommodation. The sector is a key contributor to the national economy and employment across regions.<\/span><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>New Zealand\u2019s restaurant industry may be smaller in scale compared to global markets, but it reflects many of the same structural shifts: tight margins, labor shortages, and evolving consumer expectations. 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