France Foodservice Market Size

France Foodservice Market Analysis

The France Foodservice Market size is estimated at 77.28 billion USD in 2024, and is expected to reach 104.08 billion USD by 2029, growing at a CAGR of 6.13% during the forecast period (2024-2029).

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77.28 Billion

Market Size in 2024 (USD)

104.08 Billion

Market Size in 2029 (USD)

4.08 %

CAGR (2017-2023)

6.13 %

CAGR (2024-2029)

Largest Segment by Foodservice Type

49.69 %

value share, Quick Service Restaurants, 2023

QSR outlets have expanded due to the popularity of meat-based dishes and hamburgers. In 2022, they accounted for 49.92% of the market.

Largest Segment by Outlet Type

68.80 %

value share, Independent Outlets, 2023

The expansion of home delivery had a significant impact on independent restaurant businesses, as they were able to present their menu offerings to a wider addressable market.

Fastest-growing segment by Foodservice Type

14.56 %

Projected CAGR, Cloud Kitchen, 2024-2029

Cloud kitchens were able to expand into multiple locations with minimal upfront investment as delivery-only choices became an option for restaurants.

Fastest-growing segment by Outlet Type

6.42 %

Projected CAGR, Chained Outlets, 2024-2029

Individual businesses expand fast-food chains by becoming new franchise locations for brands. Chained stores have specialized technologies that support future expansion.

Leading Market Player

1.86 %

market share, Groupe Bertrand, 2022

The company is the master franchise holder for the Burger King and Itsu brands in France, and also operates its own Thai street food brand, Pitaya.

High coffee consumption in the country, attracts a large number of international players driving the growth of cafes.

France 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 held the largest market share in 2022. The market expansion can be attributed to the continuous growth in the preference for fast food in the country. Burgers are among the most popular cuisines among the French, with around 1 billion burgers eaten yearly. Their consumption is increasing annually by 10% in France. The inclination of the population toward pizza is also leading to the growth of pizza establishments, owing to the significant growth of quick service restaurants. The segment is expected to record a CAGR of 6.57%, by value, during the forecast period.
• The cafes & bars segment in the country is projected to record a CAGR of 7.53%, by value, during the forecast period. The consumption of coffee is generally high in the country, and around 68% of French people were regular coffee drinkers in 2022. The increasing consumer preference for various cuisines is attracting F&B supply chains, including domestic and international players in the country. The progress of the tourism industry has been another important factor that has led to the rise in the demand for wine, seafood, beef, and cheese, which are primary ingredients for several international cuisines.
• Full service restaurants are also one of the major foodservice types in the country. Asian and European cuisines together accounted for a major share of 66.69% in 2022. Asian cuisine is one of the most popular foreign cuisines in France, with the presence of many Asian restaurants (Japanese, Chinese, Thai, etc.) across the country. Many renowned French chefs have opened Asian or Asian-Europe fusion restaurants, such as Cyril Lignac and Joël Robuchon, where French meals are mixed with Asian flavors, such as the famous Asian tartar.