2025 Restaurant Industry Benchmarking Report

In today’s competitive restaurant landscape, understanding what separates high-performing establishments from the rest is more important than ever. Restaurant owners and operators need clear, data-backed insights to drive smarter decisions. For the second year, Citrin Cooperman’s Restaurants and Hospitality Industry Practice has undertaken a comprehensive analysis of over 50 full-service restaurant establishments to offer insights into the opportunities and challenges facing the sector today.

We assessed the influence of strategic decisions, such as menu pricing, supplier negotiations, and labor management, on the bottom line. Additionally, this analysis considers the role of innovative technologies and management practices in driving profitability amidst industry challenges.

Whether you’re a single-location owner or leading a multi-unit group, this report offers practical benchmarks to evaluate your own financial health and identify areas of opportunity. More importantly, it reinforces the idea that profitability isn’t accidental — it’s the result of deliberate, informed management. We’re proud to share this data-driven assessment into what success looks like in full-service dining today.