The food delivery market in UAE has witnessed tremendous growth in recent years with rising popularity of apps like Talabat, Zomato and Uber Eats. This growing demand for quick and convenient food delivery options has paved way for the emergence of a new trend called dark kitchens or ghost kitchens in the country. These commercial spaces are dedicated purely for food preparation and delivery with no dining area. Let’s take a deeper look at the rise of dark kitchens in the UAE food industry.

Growth of Online Food Delivery

Over the past 5 years, online food delivery platforms have seen massive user base growth in major cities of UAE like Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Busy lifestyles and hectic work schedules have made ordering food online a preferred choice for many residents and visitors.

The pandemic further accelerated this shift as more people avoided dining out due to restrictions and safety concerns. This growing demand caught the attention of many F&B entrepreneurs and restaurateurs who saw an opportunity to enter this lucrative market through cloud kitchen models.

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