Cloud Kitchen Market Report 2025

The cloud kitchen market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $66.63 billion in 2024 to $72.34 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to urbanization, rise of food delivery apps, lower operational costs, flexibility and scalability, entrepreneurial opportunities, globalization of cuisine.

The cloud kitchen market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $115.48 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to contactless dining, sustainable practices, e-commerce growth, demand for local and authentic cuisine, crisis resilience, regulatory support. Major trends in the forecast period include ghost kitchen collaborations and partnerships, integration of technology for operational efficiency, virtual brands and multi-concept kitchens, optimized menu design, diversification of delivery channels.

The rising number of smartphone users and the growing demand for online food services are expected to drive the expansion of the cloud kitchen market. This increasing consumer preference for online food services stems from people's busy lifestyles and rising disposable incomes, which further fuels the growth of cloud kitchens. For example, according to Ericsson, a Sweden-based telecommunications company, smartphone subscriptions rose to 6,930 in 2023, up from 6,570 in 2022, indicating an increase of 360 subscriptions within the year. Therefore, the growing number of smartphone users is contributing to the growth of the cloud kitchen market.

The ongoing expansion of food delivery platforms is anticipated to propel the growth of the cloud kitchen market in the future. A food delivery platform is an online or mobile service that connects users with restaurants, facilitating the ordering and delivery of food. These platforms support cloud kitchens by offering them a virtual marketplace to reach a wider customer base, enabling online orders and deliveries without the need for a physical restaurant space. For instance, in October 2024, the Australian Bureau of Statistics reported that online food sales reached $1.07 billion in August 2023, increasing to $1.22 billion in August 2024, reflecting significant growth in online food sales over the year. Consequently, the expanding food delivery platforms are driving the growth of the cloud kitchen market.

Key players within the cloud kitchen market are venturing into new product offerings, such as kitchen coworking spaces, to secure a competitive advantage. These kitchen coworking spaces represent shared culinary facilities that grant food entrepreneurs and industry professionals access to fully equipped kitchens on a flexible rental basis. An exemplary case occurred in March 2023 when Instakitchen, an Italy-based company specializing in kitchen spaces, inaugurated Rome's inaugural kitchen coworking space. This pioneering concept is tailored to empower food entrepreneurs with convenient, ready-to-use kitchen spaces that comply with ASL regulations, aiming to slash initial investment costs by over 80% while expediting time to market. Instakitchen presents rental options spanning daily, monthly, or annual terms, offering spaces ranging from 10 to 40 square meters, catering to a diverse spectrum of food industry professionals encompassing delivery businesses, home chefs, caterers, production labs, startups, consultancy firms, and food influencers. Additionally, this shared kitchen environment fosters a collaborative community by curating workshops, events, and networking opportunities for its members, fostering a dynamic and supportive ecosystem within the shared space.

Major players within the cloud kitchen market are strategically forming partnerships to foster innovation and fortify their positions in the industry. These collaborations and partnerships are instrumental in propelling business growth by broadening market reach, streamlining operations, stimulating innovation, and elevating customer experiences through shared resources, expertise, and joint promotional endeavors. A pertinent example occurred in July 2022 when My Cloud Kitchen, an India-based company specializing in cloud kitchen solutions, forged a partnership with NVA Foods Private Limited, another India-based food and beverage company. Their collaboration aimed to incubate and provide consultation services to cloud kitchen startups in Bangalore, marked by the launch of a $1.23 million fund dedicated to investing in multi-brand, multi-cuisine home delivery models. Leveraging their collective strengths in brand establishment, vendor collaborations, menu optimization, inventory management, staff recruitment, culinary training, and marketing, this joint venture sought to empower budding food entrepreneurs by offering comprehensive consulting support, thereby simplifying and making food entrepreneurship more accessible and cost-effective. This strategic alliance aimed to nurture the growth of cloud kitchen startups by offering extensive guidance and support across various operational facets.

In April 2024, Ghost Kitchens, an Indian food-tech platform, acquired The Shy Tiger for an undisclosed amount. This acquisition is in line with Ghost Kitchens' strategy to enhance its presence in the Gujarat market while creating opportunities for future growth and expansion. The Shy Tiger is an Indian cloud kitchen company that offers innovative food solutions in the rapidly evolving food delivery landscape.

Major companies operating in the cloud kitchen market include Zuul Kitchen, Swiggy Platform Private Limited, Uber Technologies Inc., Taster Inc., DoorDash Inc., Reef Technology Inc., Toast Inc., Grubhub Inc., Deliveroo Holdings plc, Foodpanda Pte. Ltd., Foodpanda, Pop Meals, Zomato Ltd., Fat Brands Inc., PAR Technology Corporation, Olo Inc., Posist Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Rebel Foods Inc., Kitopi Catering Services LLC, Just Eat Takeaway.com N.V., CloudKitchens Inc., Cloudbeds Inc., Xenial Inc., Kitchen United, Farm to Fork Meals, Sweetheart Kitchen Inc., Keatz Inc., Ghost Kitchen Orlando LLC.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the cloud kitchen market in 2024 and is also expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the cloud kitchen market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the cloud kitchen market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The cloud kitchen is also known as virtual kitchens or ghost kitchens. It is a commercial kitchen that provides space for food businesses, along with the necessary services and facilities to prepare menus for takeout and delivery. Cloud kitchens are designed specifically for food deliveries only.

Cloud kitchens encompass various types, including independent cloud kitchens, commissary or shared kitchens, and kitchen pods. The independent cloud kitchen, resembling the traditional kitchen model, operates as a virtual restaurant facilitating order reception and the delivery of packaged meals. These kitchens cater to a wide array of food types such as burgers, sandwiches, pizzas, pastas, chicken dishes, seafood, Mexican cuisine, Asian delicacies, and more. Cloud kitchens exist in different natures, including franchised setups and standalone operations.

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The cloud kitchen market includes revenues earned by entities by providing food delivery services, accepting online orders, payment processing services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. Only goods and services traded between entities or sold to end consumers are included.

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