Eating out at restaurants is a large part of American culture. It is not uncommon to see infants in high chairs sitting at tables with their families enjoying meals. Parents have control over what is being ordered, but the ultimate decision belongs to the kids. Although kids enjoy the food on kids' menus, they favor the choices on the adult menus.
A study of 350 kids ages 8-11 was conducted to understand their choices and behaviors when dining out. This study identifies:
- The foods kids are craving in restaurants
- How often kids eat out
- How restaurant preferences change as kids mature