Main reasons for ordering takeout or delivery in the U.S. 2024

Published by Statista Research Department, May 9, 2025

According to a 2024 survey, the primary reason consumers in the United States opted for takeout or delivery was the enjoyment of eating at home, cited by 81 percent of respondents. Additionally, 66 percent ordered takeout or delivery to avoid cooking.

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Leading reasons consumers prefer ordering takeout or delivery in the United States as of April 2024

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Release date

October 2024

Region

United States

Survey time period

April 2024

Number of respondents

1,005 respondents

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