{"id":14169,"date":"2025-11-25T08:00:29","date_gmt":"2025-11-25T14:00:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/?p=14169"},"modified":"2026-01-20T09:16:15","modified_gmt":"2026-01-20T15:16:15","slug":"foodservice-restaurant-trends","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/foodservice-restaurant-trends","title":{"rendered":"7 New Foodservice &#038; Restaurant Trends for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With the year coming to a close, it\u2019s time to check out some of the piping hot trends we might see in the new year. With new technology innovations and industry shifts, there are some major changes that are bound to happen in 2026. Take a look through some of the new foodservice and restaurant trends for 2026.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Jump Ahead<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a27665d55ee4\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6a27665d55ee4\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/foodservice-restaurant-trends\/#1_AI_the_Future_of_Foodservice\" >1. AI &amp; the Future of Foodservice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/foodservice-restaurant-trends\/#2_Allergy_Alternatives_for_Commercial_Kitchens_Restaurants\" >2. Allergy Alternatives for Commercial Kitchens &amp; Restaurants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/foodservice-restaurant-trends\/#3_Virtual_Restaurants_Ghost_Kitchens_Expand\" >3. Virtual Restaurants &amp; Ghost Kitchens Expand<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/foodservice-restaurant-trends\/#4_Smaller_Portions_Bigger_Impact\" >4. Smaller Portions, Bigger Impact<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/foodservice-restaurant-trends\/#5_Hybrid_Menus_Flexitarian_Appeal\" >5. Hybrid Menus &amp; Flexitarian Appeal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/foodservice-restaurant-trends\/#6_Cost_Control_Measures_in_Restaurants_Foodservice\" >6. Cost Control Measures in Restaurants &amp; Foodservice<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/foodservice-restaurant-trends\/#7_Robotic_Trends_in_Restaurants_Foodservice\" >7. Robotic Trends in Restaurants &amp; Foodservice<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_AI_the_Future_of_Foodservice\"><\/span><strong>1. AI &amp; the Future of Foodservice<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This next year we\u2019ll be seeing more AI-powered technology becoming the norm in commercial kitchens and foodservice. AI helps automate processes and can help keep consistent progress in the industry. We\u2019ll see more AI used in data reporting, carrying out important research on trends for content and menu planning, fulfilling orders and even automating cooking altogether. If you wish to learn more about why AI is the future of the food industry, be sure to check out Parts Town\u2019s article on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/why-ai-is-the-future-of-the-food-industry\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">AI trends in restaurants and foodservice<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Allergy_Alternatives_for_Commercial_Kitchens_Restaurants\"><\/span><strong>2. Allergy Alternatives for Commercial Kitchens &amp; Restaurants<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The foodservice industry is becoming more aware of ways to keep customers with food allergies safe while offering more options when dining in. From dairy-free items to nut substitutes and meat alternatives, there are multiple ways to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/allergy-alternatives-for-commercial-kitchens\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">adjust a menu for those with food sensitivities<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Virtual_Restaurants_Ghost_Kitchens_Expand\"><\/span><strong>3. Virtual Restaurants &amp; Ghost Kitchens Expand<br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-17588 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Restaurant-Worker-Handing-Takeout-to-Customer-Foodservice-and-Restaurant-Trends-2024-300x158.png\" alt=\"Restaurant Worker Handing Takeout to Customer - Foodservice and Restaurant Trends 2024\" width=\"300\" height=\"158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Restaurant-Worker-Handing-Takeout-to-Customer-Foodservice-and-Restaurant-Trends-2024-300x158.png 300w, https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Restaurant-Worker-Handing-Takeout-to-Customer-Foodservice-and-Restaurant-Trends-2024-400x210.png 400w, https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Restaurant-Worker-Handing-Takeout-to-Customer-Foodservice-and-Restaurant-Trends-2024.png 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In 2026, we can expect to see multi-brand kitchens operating from single locations. We\u2019ll see more virtual restaurants popping up that utilize AI-managed inventory and delivery, speeding up operations and processes. With ghost kitchens expanding, we also might get hyper-personalized menus tailored to the local area or customer demands. Without the need for storefront restaurants, it helps staff focus on the cooking process, which means faster results. <\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Smaller_Portions_Bigger_Impact\"><\/span><strong>4. Smaller Portions, Bigger Impact<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With more people starting medications like GLP-1, we might see restaurants rethink portion sizes and the quality of food served. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/how-to-design-a-glp-1-menu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Menus with a GLP-1 friendly focus<\/a> will start featuring smaller, nutrient-dense plates that prioritize quality over quantity. Shareable plates and functional ingredients like fiber and protein will appeal to health-conscious consumers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Hybrid_Menus_Flexitarian_Appeal\"><\/span><strong>5. Hybrid Menus &amp; Flexitarian Appeal<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another health-conscious foodservice trend that we expect to see in 2026. The flexitarian movement is reshaping menus with blended dishes that combine meat and plant-based proteins. Meat alternatives have been a trend on menus for a while, but we expect to see more hybrid items like 70\/30 beef-and-vegetable tacos or hybrid meatballs. These help to reduce food costs while providing more health forward choices. These creative combinations appeal to diners who want a healthier option without sacrificing flavor or texture.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Cost_Control_Measures_in_Restaurants_Foodservice\"><\/span><b>6. Cost Control Measures in Restaurants &amp; Foodservice<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Given the current period of high inflation, many restaurants are trying to lower their expenses without negatively affecting their customers or employees. While some strategies like minimizing waste and adjusting portions are obvious, tracking food costs and consolidating suppliers are less so yet still very effective. Additionally, maintaining inventory carefully and measuring food precisely are subtle yet impactful strategies. When it comes to staff, improving employee retention and motivation while also preventing internal pilferage are also important. If you want to implement cost control measures in 2026, be sure to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/cost-control-measures-in-restaurants-foodservice\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">read our full-length guide<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Robotic_Trends_in_Restaurants_Foodservice\"><\/span><strong>7. Robotic Trends in Restaurants &amp; Foodservice<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-17587 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Robotic-Server-in-Restaurant-Foodservice-and-Restaurant-Trends-2024-300x199.png\" alt=\"Robotic Server in Restaurant - Foodservice and Restaurant Trends 2024\" width=\"300\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Robotic-Server-in-Restaurant-Foodservice-and-Restaurant-Trends-2024-300x199.png 300w, https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Robotic-Server-in-Restaurant-Foodservice-and-Restaurant-Trends-2024-400x266.png 400w, https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Robotic-Server-in-Restaurant-Foodservice-and-Restaurant-Trends-2024.png 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Automation is becoming more popular with many different industries and foodservice is no different. The pandemic may have been the catalyst for robotic innovation and implementation in restaurants and fast food chains, but the automation in commercial kitchens is far from over. From food flippers and pizza makers to server bots and automated delivery, these are just the tip of the iceberg of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.partstown.com\/about-us\/robot-restaurant-automation-trends\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">robot restaurant automation trends<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to look out for in 2026.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>With the year coming to a close, it\u2019s time to check out some of the piping hot trends we might see in the new year. With new technology innovations and industry shifts, there are some major changes that are bound to happen in 2026. 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