Foodservice revenues to fall by €4bn this year

2021 will see continued growth in take-away, click n collect, drive-thru and home delivery.

Many restaurants switched to outdoor dining where possible due to Covid-19 restrictions. Picture Clare Keogh

Ireland's foodservice industry will lose €4bn in consumer spending this year due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on bars, restaurants, cafes and catering services.

According to Bord Bia’s 2020 Irish Foodservice Market Insights Report, the value of the Irish foodservice for 2020 is estimated to be €4.5bn, representing a drop of 47% against 2019 figures.