Street Vendors in the US

Feeding growth

Overall this mature industry is expected to continue to consolidate, with some operators ceasing to trade. Meanwhile others may see the opportunity to expand their operations further into the foyers of shopping malls, offices, railway and bus stations, and other public areas. Employment in this industry is forecast to decline marginally over the next few years.

This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in preparing and serving meals and snacks for immediate consumption from motorized vehicles or non-motorized carts. The establishment is the main location from which the caterer route is serviced, not each cart or vehicle. Included in this industry are establishments primarily engaged in providing food services from vehicles, such as hot dog carts and ice cream trucks. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.