Significant decrease in the number of catering establishments in Hungary
Over the past six years, significant changes have taken place in the Hungarian catering industry. According to the latest data, there are fewer restaurants, snack bars, and confectioneries welcoming guests across the country than before.
Based on the statistics, the total number of restaurants, fast-food outlets, and snack bars has decreased by 16 percent. This change has a significant impact on the domestic gastronomic landscape, as many popular venues have closed during this period.
It is not only the number of establishments with hot kitchens that has declined, but also that of confectioneries. Their number has dropped by 8 percent over the last six years, which means that dessert lovers also have fewer options to choose from.
According to experts, several economic factors may be behind this decline. In recent years, catering establishments have had to struggle with rising costs and labor shortages, which has put many businesses in a difficult position.
It remains to be seen whether this trend will stop in the future or if the number of catering establishments will continue to fall. For consumers, this process means fewer options, while for the sector, it presents serious challenges.