Old Boatyard in Arbroath: Restaurant Industry Trends in 2013

Old Boatyard in Arbroath is a seaside restaurant that is located in Angus, Scotland. Old Boatyard in Arbroath has become a popular establishment with both tourists and locals alike. The team at Old Boatyard in Arbroath believes they are successful because they constantly follow restaurant industry trends. Here are some of the trends the Old Boatyard in Arbroath staff believes we will see in 2013.

·         Nutrition. The team at Old Boatyard in Arbroath notes that many restaurants started adding nutritional information to their menu. Although this satisfied the needs of customers who were counting calories, now many of them are looking for healthier menu options. This year, the team at Old Boatyard in Arbroath believes that many dining establishments will add vegetable entrees and appetizers, along with more whole grain options.

·         Farm-to-fork. Many customers are hopping on board the locally grown trend. The staff at Old Boatyard in Arbroath believes that many restaurants will start forming partnerships with local farms to offer fresh products and free-range meats on their menu.

·         Snacking. A current trend with our generation is snacking and around-the-clock dining. The staff at Old Boatyard in Arbroath notes individuals like “grazing” throughout the day rather than sitting down for large meals. Thus, a trend that is going to grow in 2013 is small plate offerings at restaurants.

Customer expectations. The team at Old Boatyard in Arbroath has noticed a change in customer expectations when it comes to food quality. In recent times, customers are not trying to eat the cheapest meal possible; instead they are focusing on the quality of food. The staff at Old Boatyard in Arbroath believes that the growing health trends are going to make restaurants more accountable for the quality of food they sell. Successful restaurants will offer customers quality food options at an affordable price.