Bahrain Foodservice Market Size

Bahrain Foodservice Market Analysis

The Bahrain Foodservice Market size is estimated at 0.95 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 1.64 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 11.55% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

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0.95 Billion

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

1.64 Billion

Market Size in 2029 (USD)

13.02 %

CAGR (2017-2023)

11.55 %

CAGR (2024-2029)

Largest Segment by Foodservice Type

63.52 %

value share, Quick Service Restaurants, 2023

QSRs dominated the segment, with meat-based cuisines gaining traction due to Bahrain's high per capita meat consumption, which was estimated to be 35.44 kg in 2022.

Largest Segment by Outlet Type

65.48 %

value share, Independent Outlets, 2023

Independent eateries in Bahrain are boosted by the government, which implemented policies, like the Business Incubator Program, to support entrepreneurship and small businesses.

Fastest-growing segment by Foodservice Type

30.63 %

Projected CAGR, Cloud Kitchen, 2024-2029

As of 2022, nearly 99.7% of people in Bahrain used the Internet, which accounted for 1.75 million users, which is boosting the development of the cloud kitchen network in Bahrain.

Fastest-growing segment by Outlet Type

11.72 %

Projected CAGR, Independent Outlets, 2024-2029

The increasing popularity of Western fast-food concepts, often associated with chain restaurants, is boosting the segment's growth, which is driven by a rise in international tourism.

Leading Market Player

4.73 %

market share, SSP Group PLC, 2022

In Bahrain, the company operates 14 brands ranging from cafés to custom high-end bars and restaurants, which include Burger King, Bazzar Caffe, and Hausmann’s Restaurant.

Demand for fast food and high internet penetration leading to rise in food delivery

Bahrain Foodservice Industry Segmentation

Cafes & Bars, Cloud Kitchen, Full Service Restaurants, Quick Service Restaurants are covered as segments by Foodservice Type. Chained Outlets, Independent Outlets are covered as segments by Outlet. Leisure, Lodging, Retail, Standalone, Travel are covered as segments by Location.

• Quick service restaurants comprised the largest segment of Bahrain's foodservice market in 2022. The segment is expected to register a CAGR of 11.17% during the study period, owing to the continuous increase in the preference for fast food and increasing eating-out habits post-pandemic. As people become more health-conscious, fast food chains in Bahrain are offering more options that cater to those looking for healthier alternatives. Some of the offerings include salads, grilled chicken sandwiches, and veggie burgers. Fast food chains in Bahrain are also incorporating local flavors into their menus, aiding the segment's growth. For instance, McDonald's in Bahrain offers a McArabia sandwich, which includes Middle Eastern spices and ingredients.
• The FSR segment holds the second-largest market share; it is expected to register a CAGR of 8.51% by value during the forecast period. This is primarily attributed to the increasing demand for Middle Eastern and Asian cuisines in the country, which accounted for 34.45% and 31.61% market shares, respectively, in 2022. Asian cuisine has evolved by incorporating new flavors and new trends. The most popular Asian cuisines in the country are Chinese, Japanese, Thai, and Indian. Some of the traditional dishes that are commonly found in Bahrain include Nasi Goreng, pad Thai, sushi, biryani, and Korean BBQ.
• The cloud-kitchen segment is the fastest growing; it is anticipated to register a CAGR of 30.64% by value during the forecast period. The growth would be aided by the increased internet penetration rate in the country and online food deliveries. As of January 2022, there were around 1.75 million internet users in Bahrain, and internet penetration stood at 99% of the total population in 2022.