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The purpose of this research is to examine the dining out activities of Gen Y's in the United States. In particular, it focuses on dining frequency, restaurant selection…
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this research is to examine the dining out activities of Gen Y's in the United States. In particular, it focuses on dining frequency, restaurant selection, restaurant segments and demographic features of Gen Yers.
Design/methodology/approach
Empirical data for this study were collected from 631 Gen Y's living in the United States.
Findings
The research findings reveal a nascent exploration of eating out preferences of the Gen Y population in an industrialized country in the food service context.
Research limitations/implications
Generation Y is a lucrative and growing customer group for the US foodservice industry. They dine out more frequently than the rest of the population and their dining out preferences are different from other cohorts.
Originality/value
This study offers some practical implications on Gen Y's dining out behavior for food service industry and restaurateurs.
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