Research
A closer look at
the places we eat.
Original studies drawn from our city dining network. Each publication includes the data period and methodology behind its findings.
September 2026
What America actually eats when it eats out.
We analyzed 21,880 independent restaurants across 22 cities, comparing cuisine categories, local dining signatures, and restaurant price tiers.
Read the complete studyMexican
8.1%
Pizza
5.4%
American
5.1%
Breakfast
4.1%
21,880 restaurants across 22 cities.
Study data: September 8, 2026.
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