Sandwiches were the most expensive category, averaging $6.74 in the Northeast in 2012, while Mexican food was the least expensive.

A forthcoming article finds there is more to stress eating than simply emotion.

Industry sales are projected to exceed $683 billion in 2014, up 3.6% from 2013's sales volume of $659.3 billion.

A new study found that, while over 50% of adults say they eat healthy meals always or most of the time at home, only 25% say they eat healthy foods when they go out to restaurants.

The market for away from home food and beverages is anticipated to grow at the CAGR of around 5% from 2013-2018.

A recent study by Harris Interactive measured how much Americans are dining out to gauge whether or not economic recovery is occurring.

A survey shows Texans lead the nation in dining out, with a statewide average of 3.8 meals per week, approximately 20% higher than the national average of 3.1.