The 2009 summer season showed fourth consecutive quarter traffic losses for the foodservice industry as compared to 2008, according to reports.
Research showed restaurant traffic declined 3.6% during the summer quarter compared to the same period last year. Total consumer foodservice spending declined 1.6% from last year, showing two consecutive quarters of lower spending.
Foodservice traffic continues downward trend
Market research shows four consecutive poor quarters
October 28, 2009