Core Insights - OpenTable has released its list of Canada's Top 100 Romantic Restaurants for 2026, based on over 900,000 diner reviews and various metrics [1][19] - There is a cultural shift in how Canadians celebrate Valentine's Day, with 51% indicating it is now about all types of relationships, not just romantic ones [5][8] - Group dining is increasingly popular, with significant year-over-year increases in larger party sizes for Valentine's Day and Galentine's Day [4][6] Group 1: Valentine's Day Dining Trends - Nearly half (49%) of Canadians plan to dine out on Valentine's Day, but 40% find it challenging to secure a reservation, spending an average of 2 hours and 14 minutes searching [2][6] - Dining on Valentine's Day in 2025 saw a 46% increase year-over-year, with a 54% increase during the Valentine's Day weekend [7] - More than half (53%) of single Canadians would consider going to a restaurant for a first date on Valentine's Day, rising to 65% among Gen Z [7][8] Group 2: Changing Celebrations - 37% of Canadians plan to celebrate Galentine's or Palentine's Day, with 59% intending to do so over a meal out [4][5] - The rise in group dining is evident, with a 65% increase in parties of four and an 88% increase in parties of six for Valentine's Day 2025 [4] - Gen Z is a driving force behind the shift in celebration styles, with 59% planning a Galentine's or Palentine's Day celebration, which is 22% above the national average [5] Group 3: Spending Behavior - 33% of Canadians expect to spend more at restaurants for Valentine's Day this year compared to last year [6] - Galentine's Day in 2025 saw a 53% year-over-year increase in dining at restaurants priced $51 and above [6] - The Top 100 Romantic Restaurants list includes various dining options, from intimate settings to group dining spaces, catering to the evolving preferences of diners [5][10]

Find a restaurant you love on OpenTable's 2026 Top 100 Romantic Restaurants list Americans spend an average of two hours and 14 minutes searching for the right Valentine's Day dining venue.* This may be why some diners waited until the last minute: last year, 24% of OpenTable reservations were made within 48 hours and 14% within just 24 hours – but that procrastination may not have paid off, as diners set more 'Notify Me' alerts for Valentine's Day than any other holiday in 2025.** To help diners skip the s ...

New insights from OpenTable reveal how Americans are dining out, and what's driving the next wave of restaurant trends SAN FRANCISCO , Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- OpenTable today unveils its 2026 Dining Trends Report , the brand's most comprehensive trends outlook to date, revealing how Americans dined this year and what's shaping the future of eating out. With dining up 8% year-over-year in 20251, and Americans set to dine out 10 times per month on average in 2026 2 , eating out continues to be an integr ...

Core Insights - New research indicates that 55% of Americans prefer outdoor dining when the weather is pleasant, with 34% willing to dine outside even in unexpected weather conditions [1][3] - OpenTable has identified cities with the highest outdoor dining demand during the summer months, including Austin, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, New York, San Diego, San Francisco, and Washington D.C. [1][4] - OpenTable is launching a list of Top Restaurants for Outdoor Dining, based on over 10 million diner reviews and demand metrics [1][4] Company Insights - OpenTable is a global leader in restaurant technology, assisting over 60,000 restaurants worldwide in filling 1.8 billion seats annually [6] - The company aims to enhance the dining experience by providing data-backed lists and curated guides to help diners find suitable outdoor dining options [1][6] - OpenTable's methodology for ranking restaurants includes various metrics such as diner ratings, percentage of five-star reviews, and advance reservations [4] Industry Trends - There is a growing trend among pet owners, with 54% of dog owners having dined with their pets, yet 65% face challenges in finding pet-friendly restaurants [1][3] - The outdoor dining season is particularly significant in cooler climates, indicating a seasonal opportunity for restaurants to increase revenue [1][3] - The demand for outdoor dining options is expected to continue, driven by consumer preferences for dining experiences that include outdoor settings [1][4]

OpenTable releases its annual Top 100 Brunch Restaurants list, with venues fit for the whole family, solo dines and everything in between SAN FRANCISCO, April 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Moms have spoken and they want to take a load off this Mother's Day. OpenTable research reveals 39% of moms have had to book their own celebratory meal, and 44% say that having someone else take the lead on decisions makes Mother's Day the most special.1 The findings also show an interest in having their own time out, with nea ...