Nearly two thirds of consumers (63%) shop at a convenience store at least once a week, but only 53% of those buy a food or beverage item, according to Technomic. One reason they don’t purchase more of those types of items is because only 28% think that convenience stores do a good job of offering healthy options. Most shoppers (52%) would like to find more healthy food options in convenience stores, and 47% would like more healthy beverage options.
Convenience store shoppers who buy food and beverages at convenience stores most commonly choose made-to-order items. They most often buy:
• Sandwiches (57%);
• Salads (50%);
• Beverages (48%); and
• Hot foods (46%).
Consumers who shop for food at convenience stores also commonly visit fast food restaurants for meals, including 49% who do so for breakfast, 47% for lunch, and 32% for dinner.
Source: “Convenience Store Food Trends,” Technomic, Darren Tristano, EVP Information Services, 300 S. Riverside Plz., #1940, Chicago, IL 60606; 312-506-3852; dtristano@technomic.com; www.technomic.com. Price: Call for information.
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