来源：广州日报 "有需要，免费取！" 近期， 深圳食物银行爆火出圈。 而广州日报新花城记者走访发现， 在广州， 有一个比食物银行 存在时间更早的食物驿站。 在广州越秀区淘金路一家餐厅门外， 一台白色冰箱静静伫立。 透过玻璃门， 可以看到里面整齐摆放着 包装完好的炸鸡、鸡块等食物。 冰箱上， "余量食物，人人皆可免费自取" "余量美味不浪费 自然自在好滋味"的标识格外醒目。 不时 有环卫工人、 外卖骑手 或社区居民驻足， 打开柜门取走一份。 这是该餐厅食物驿站的日常场景。 自2020年9月在此落地以来， 这个由餐厅自发设立的食物驿站 已将超出"最佳赏味期" 近日，记者走访了该食物驿站，采访了餐厅经理和附近的居民。"项目刚启动时，不少居民围着冰箱 看，却没人动手拿。"餐厅经理黄永立说，他和员工们主动走进社区，讲解这些余量食物如何经过严格 筛选、安全无害，并倡导珍惜食物、按需取用。渐渐地，尝试的人多了，信任建立了。 记者走访时，遇到了环卫工陈女士，陈女士告诉记者，她是食物驿站最早的"熟人"之一。每天下班路过 时，陈女士常会来看看。"有的话就领一份，孩子特别爱吃。"她说起时眼里带笑，"孩子看到我拎着食 物回家，就会喊 ...

Core Insights - The emergence of "leftover blind boxes" in high-end hotels is transforming leftover food into a trendy consumer experience, appealing particularly to younger demographics [1][3][5] - The pricing strategy of these blind boxes, such as a 40 yuan price point for a self-service dinner, allows consumers to potentially receive high-value items like steamed crabs, creating a perception of value [1][3] - The market for leftover food is expected to grow significantly, with estimates suggesting it could reach 40.1 billion yuan by 2025, driven by consumers aged 25-40 [3] Group 1 - The "leftover blind box" concept combines the excitement of blind box purchases with the appeal of high-quality food, allowing consumers to enjoy gourmet meals at a lower cost [3][5] - The operational model of these hotels leverages the low marginal cost of food ingredients while maintaining brand prestige, thus attracting cost-conscious young consumers [3][5] - The trend addresses three key consumer pain points: affordable quality, the thrill of unboxing, and environmental consciousness, enhancing the overall dining experience [5][7] Group 2 - Consumer feedback on these blind boxes is mixed, highlighting the importance of vendor integrity and the need for consumers to choose reputable sources for leftover products [7] - The phenomenon reflects a broader trend of consumption upgrade and waste reduction, indicating a shift in consumer behavior towards more sustainable dining options [7]