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How Falling Birth Rates Reshape the Restaurant Industry
In this episode of The Demographics Podcast, Lucas and Luna explore how declining birth rates and shrinking household sizes are quietly transforming the restaurant industry. They focus on a specific shift: the move from family-sized portions and value-centric chain dining toward smaller-format, higher-quality, experience-driven concepts. Lucas breaks down how the number of children per household influences menu R&D, portion sizing, and restaurant real estate strategy — citing examples from fast-casual chains like Chipotle and upscale concepts adapting to a world with fewer kids. Luna brings…
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