Check, please:​ UAE dining out report 2025​

How rising costs are reshaping the UAE's dining scene

Dining out has long been part of the UAE's lifestyle but in 2025, it’s becoming a little harder to swallow. As prices climb, restaurant-goers are rethinking how, where, and how often they dine.

The latest UAE dining out report 2025 uncovers how changing costs are influencing habits, preferences, and loyalty and what this means for restaurant brands looking to stay on the menu.

What’s happening on the ground

• Dining less often: 31% of UAE residents say they’re eating out less frequently than a year ago, and more than half of them point to home cooking as the main reason.
• Value over indulgence: 54% of all the UAE diners indicate they have altered dining preferences to cut expenses. More than half (55%) actively seek discounts, and this climbs to 68% among women.
• Deals that still deliver: Promotions like Buy One, Get One Free continue to be powerful motivators, while discounts and loyalty programs are key to bringing diners back.
• Digital discovery: From social media to food apps, consumers are relying more on digital channels to find the next great deal or restaurant experience.

Inside the report

Explore how the UAE residents are adapting their dining choices - from restaurant type and visit frequency to gender and generational trends. See which incentives could bring diners back, and discover the brands winning consideration in today’s tighter economy.