Eating out: How often and why?
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Release date: January 10, 2019
Eating out: How often and why?
Eating out: How often and why?
Most Canadians eat out or purchase takeout food
| Frequency | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Eat out once a week or more | 54% |
| Eat out less than once a week | 39% |
| Did not eat out in the past month | 8% |
| Totals may not add up to 100% due to rounding | |
The main reasons for eating out are convenience and socializing
| Reason for eating out | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Eat out for convenience, no time to cook, do not like or know how to cook | 40% |
| Eat out as a treat, for a special occasion or celebration, to socialize with friends or family | 52% |
Meals eaten out most often are lunch and dinner
| Meal type | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Breakfast | 10% |
| Lunch | 33% |
| Dinner | 49% |
When available, Canadians use nutrition information to make informed choices
57% always, often or sometimes changed their order based on nutrition information on menus or menu boards
| Pizza type | Calories per slice |
|---|---|
| Margherita | 170 |
| Pepperoni | 310 |
| Vegetarian | 200 |
Source: General Social Survey (Canadians at Work and Home), 2016.
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