西贝余波，重庆门店营业额下降两三成 业内人士：从消费者视角定义预制菜更合理

Core Viewpoint - The recent controversy between Xibei Catering and Luo Yonghao regarding pre-prepared dishes has garnered significant attention, leading to operational adjustments and a decline in customer traffic and revenue for Xibei [1][5]. Group 1: Company Response and Impact - Xibei issued an apology on September 15, stating it would adjust its central kitchen processing to in-store cooking, with nine adjustments to be completed by October 1 [1]. - Despite the controversy, a pre-prepared dish supplier in Chongqing reported stable order volumes, serving around 50 clients without any new demands or inquiries from customers [1][10]. - Xibei's revenue dropped by approximately 20% to 30% in both dine-in and takeout services during the recent weekend, with total daily revenue falling from around 50,000 yuan to 40,000 yuan [5][7]. Group 2: Consumer Perception and Industry Standards - The definition of pre-prepared dishes varies significantly between official standards and consumer perceptions, with many consumers considering any standardized, industrially pre-processed food as pre-prepared [8][11]. - Some local restaurant owners in Chongqing express skepticism towards pre-prepared dishes, citing concerns over freshness and health, and prefer to use fresh ingredients [10][12]. - Consumers emphasize the importance of being informed about whether a dish is pre-prepared, advocating for transparency from restaurants regarding their use of such products [10][13]. Group 3: Expert Opinions on Pre-prepared Dishes - Experts argue that there is a disconnect between regulatory definitions and consumer understanding of pre-prepared dishes, suggesting that consumer perspectives should guide the interpretation of what constitutes pre-prepared food [11][12]. - Concerns about food safety and the potential for misuse of pre-prepared dishes in restaurants have been raised, with calls for stricter regulations and clearer labeling [12][14]. - The anticipation for unified national standards for pre-prepared dishes is growing, with a draft standard expected to be publicly reviewed soon, aiming to create a fairer consumer environment [14].