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The US convenience store foodservice market is rapidly expanding, projected to reach $72.5 billion in 2025, driven by consumers seeking quick, fresh and high-quality meal options. Nearly half of consumers already view c-store foodservice as a convenient choice when in a rush, highlighting its appeal as a fast food alternative with room to further improve perceptions.
Evolving consumer preferences for fresher options, personalization, and digital convenience, particularly among younger, tech-savvy shoppers, will continue to carve out larger opportunities for c-stores. Despite this growth, economic challenges such as inflation and energy costs will continue to influence spending habits, making affordability and value key factors. Smaller stores, like local corner stores and boutique c-stores, may also struggle against major chains expanding their footprint and elevating their foodservice offerings.
C-stores have a major opportunity to compete with QSRs by enhancing their fresh, ready-to-eat meal options. As snacking habits become more routine, c-stores can hone in on positioning themselves as go-to destinations for on-the-go consumers looking for quality and convenience.
Convenience stores are transforming into go-to destinations for foodservice needs, offering quick, quality meals that rival QSRs.
Pooja Lal, Research Analyst
For the purposes of this Report, Mintel defines convenience stores as establishments that retail a limited line of goods, primarily groceries and ready-to-consume beverages and snacks, in easily accessible locations. The majority of convenience stores also sell motor fuel. According to the NACS (National Association of Convenience Stores), common characteristics of convenience stores include:
Note: Sales data in this Report includes foodservice sales only and excludes sales of retail products (eg CPG) and sales of gasoline. Foodservice outlets that are franchised and/or operated by third parties, such as a Subway operating in a c-store, are also excluded from the market size.
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