# ASORE 2026 study finds Puerto Rican diners more selective amid economic strain

ASORE published EAT 2026 study showing Puerto Rican consumers are more selective when dining out.

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ASORE and research firm Gaither published the EAT 2026 consumer dining study covering Puerto Rico mainland residents. [^1][^3]

79% of survey respondents stated their economic situation may lead them to reduce the frequency they visit restaurants. [^2] Sonia Navarro, president of ASORE, stated on 29 October that Puerto Rican restaurants face severe operational pressure from rising electricity, water and fuel costs. [^4] 92% of survey respondents rated Puerto Rico's economic situation as regular or bad, and 71% reported higher personal expenses than one year prior. [^5]

The EAT 2026 study surveyed 1023 Puerto Rican adults aged 18-69 between 14 August and 25 September 2026. [^6] Sonia Navarro, president of ASORE, stated restaurants must adapt operations and customer experience to respond to changed consumer priorities. [^7]

## What this stands on

1. ASORE and research firm Gaither published the EAT 2026 consumer dining study covering Puerto Rico mainland residents. (Telemundo Puerto Rico, News)
2. 79% of survey respondents stated their economic situation may lead them to reduce the frequency they visit restaurants. (Metro Puerto Rico, News)
3. The Asociación de Restaurantes de Puerto Rico (ASORE) released findings from the EAT 2026 consumer dining study conducted by firm Gaither. (Metro Puerto Rico, News)
4. Sonia Navarro, president of ASORE, stated on 29 October that Puerto Rican restaurants face severe operational pressure from rising electricity, water and fuel costs. (Metro Puerto Rico, News)
5. 92% of survey respondents rated Puerto Rico's economic situation as regular or bad, and 71% reported higher personal expenses than one year prior. (Telemundo Puerto Rico, News)
6. The EAT 2026 study surveyed 1023 Puerto Rican adults aged 18-69 between 14 August and 25 September 2026. (Telemundo Puerto Rico, News)
7. Sonia Navarro, president of ASORE, stated restaurants must adapt operations and customer experience to respond to changed consumer priorities. (Metro Puerto Rico, News)

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