FEATURE ARTICLE: 1997 Annual National Retail Census
September 1997 (No. 6.6), by Jack Richman, of
Audits & Surveys Worldwide
Eating & Drinking Establishments
Fast-Food Restaurants & Luncheonettes
The number of fast-food restaurants has increased 159% since 1970 and has helped place conventional luncheonettes on the endangered species list. The fast- food chains' marketing skills and franchise systems have resulted in a 25% decline in the number of luncheonettes, even as American consumers eat more meals prepared outside the home than ever.
Restaurants, Taverns & Bars
The number of restaurants offering table service has remained relatively unchanged since 1970. Taverns and bars, on the other hand, have lost 41% of their units during the same period as lifestyle changes and health concerns dried up many neighborhood "watering holes."
Other Retail Outlets:
- Apparel Stores[1996] [1997]
- Automotive Retailers[1996] [1997]
- Beauty Shops and Barber Shops[1996] [1997]
- Book Stores[1996] [1997]
- Camera & Photo Supply Stores[1996] [1997]
- Cigar & Tobacco Stores[1996] [1997]
- Drug Stores[1996] [1997]
- Eating & Drinking Establishments[1996]
- Food Stores[1996] [1997]
- General Merchandise Stores[1996] [1997]
- Hardware & Building Materials[1996] [1997]
- Household Furnishings[1996] [1997]
- Jewelry Stores[1996] [1997]
- Liquor Stores[1996] [1997]
- News Dealers & Newsstands[1996] [1997]
- Sporting Goods Stores[1996] [1997]
- Stationery Stores[1996] [1997]
- All Retail Outlets -- SUMMARY TABLES [1996] [1997]
- Top of Article, Page 1 [1996] [1997]
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