Eatertainment in 2026

More and more diners are seeking immersive, memorable experiences from restaurants, and eatertainment is one way that consumers can find what they are looking for. While game-based locations may have led the charge, sports outlets featuring golf, bowling, pickleball, and more are popping up to compete in the eatertainment space. RELATED: Adding eatertainment to your […]

Summer brings even more value to eatertainment guests

As competition remains fierce in foodservice and hospitality, eatertainment is ramping up the value to help drive traffic and raise revenues. Guest expectations continue to grow, and 76 per cent of consumers would rather spend their money on eatertainment than on material items, so companies are raising the bar on value this summer. Here’s a […]

Eatertainment in 2025

Eatertainment has grown in popularity over the last few years, as diners continue to look for more than just a great menu from their favourite restaurants. Likely stemming from post-pandemic desire to make the most of spending time together, eatertainment emerged as a way for diners to maximize memories, experiences, and socializing. After filing for […]

Breweries are shifting from production to hospitality

By Jacob Mancini As we enter the holiday season, breweries are offering more than just their usual seasonal brews. While pumpkin ales and festive stouts remain fan favourites, there’s a bigger change fermenting in the industry, one that goes beyond what’s in your glass. Breweries are starting to reimagine their spaces, evolving from production facilities […]

Making beverage menus relevant for today’s consumers

With inflation continuing and menu prices rising, what does the future of the beverage market look like? Cocktails and mocktails have seen increased popularity in recent years, as Happy Hours resumed and many people returned to work and their preferred social habits. However, about 50 per cent of people were drinking less in the first […]

Adding eatertainment at your restaurant

Dining preferences are shifting, and many customers are looking for more than just food and drink from their favourite restaurants. With more competition and higher expectations, creating a unique, memorable experience is setting operators apart. While McDonald’s, Chuck E Cheese, and Dave & Buster’s offer perhaps the most memorable eatertainment experiences, restaurants of all sizes […]

Eatertainment meets value for diners

Today’s consumers are looking for more value and a better dining experience. Eatertainment is a growing trend combining food and drink with entertainment, providing guests with a fun and memorable experience. Studies show that 76 per cent of consumers would rather spend money on eatertainment than on material items, incentivizing operators to up their game […]

The rise of eatertainment

The foodservice industry has seen many changes in the last few years, but the rise of eatertainment is one trend that looks like it is here to stay. Guests are looking for more from their restaurant visits, and that means adding value with an exceptional experience – that’s eatertainment. While not a strictly new concept […]

Looking ahead to 2024’s restaurant design trends

Restaurant design is ever evolving, as operators try and improve functionality and aesthetics while standing out from the crowd with a brand that’s authentically their own. Of course, trends come and go, and restaurateurs need to focus on what works best for their business, but adding unique touches and current elements can help restaurants stay […]

Using 2023 trends to grow your restaurant business

These days, competition is fierce and anything your restaurant can do to set itself apart is an opportunity to grow your business. With 87 per cent of food operators more worried about inflation this year than anything else, what are the industry trends that will help drive success this year, and how can you use […]