A significant portion of Americans—about 62%—dine alone at restaurants at least occasionally, with 21% doing so weekly or more, often as a form of self-care. Solo diners typically choose casual dining options and prioritize diverse menus, atmosphere, and speed, with midday being the prime time for solo meals; this trend, notably driven by Millennials, reflects a shift in how people relate to eating out and themselves.
Alone but Not Lonely: Why Americans Choose To Eat in Restaurants by Themselves
