Singapore's F&B sector closed March 2026 on a resilient note. Despite the expected post-Chinese New Year cooldown, the industry recorded 2.3% year-on-year growth, with total sales hitting an estimated $1.6 billion.
Here's what stood out this month.
F&B services sales grew 2.3% year-on-year in March 2026, continuing the momentum from 5.6% growth recorded in February. On a seasonally adjusted basis, sales dipped 2.5% month-on-month — a normal post-festive pattern rather than a cause for concern. Online sales now account for 20.6% of total turnover, up from 20.0% in February, confirming the steady shift towards digital-first dining.
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The standout performer this month? Food caterers, posting a remarkable +13.7% year-on-year increase. Event dining is clearly back in full force — and operators who moved into catering are reaping the rewards.
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Fast food (+4.8%) and cafés (+1.1%) both recorded positive growth, reflecting continued strong demand for convenient, accessible dining. Singaporeans aren't slowing down on their coffee runs anytime soon.
Online sales now account for 20.6% of total F&B turnover — a figure that would have seemed ambitious just a few years ago. The industry is increasingly digital-first, and the operators adapting fastest are the ones pulling ahead.
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As the CNY surge faded, restaurants saw a more modest +1.7% year-on-year growth, while food courts showed early signs of recovery at +1.1% month-on-month. A dip, yes — but a manageable one, well within the expected seasonal pattern.
The overall picture is an industry that knows how to adapt. Growth is steady, digital adoption is accelerating, and event-driven dining is booming.
