Xin Ou
Research expert covering Greater China
Online food delivery in Europe – statistics & facts
The online food delivery industry has cemented its position as one of the leading e-commerce categories in Europe. The meal delivery segment generated around 49 billion U.S. dollars in revenues in 2024. Combined with the grocery delivery segment, market revenues were estimated at just over 164 billion dollars in 2025. The European market for online food delivery is expected to exceed the 220-billion-dollar-mark by 2030, increasing in tandem with the user base.
At the heart of this competitive landscape lies the United Kingdom, the largest food delivery market in Europe. In 2025, the online food delivery revenues in the UK is forecast to reach 56 billion U.S. dollars. Here, Uber Eats has established a firm position, with around 1.4 million app downloads in the year, placing it second after retail giant Tesco and fellow food delivery heavyweight Just Eat.
Germany, following the UK as the continent’s second-largest food delivery market, presents a different picture. In 2024, local favorite Lieferando, a brand under Just Eat Takeaway, captured approximately 76 percent of all online food orders, showcasing Just Eats’ strong grip on German consumers. Still, this dominance is far from absolute. Uber Eats, though a newer entrant, has made notable strides across the continent. In France, it captured more than two-thirds of all online food delivery bookings in 2024, and ranked second in app downloads in Germany and Spain, highlighting its growing momentum and the increasingly competitive nature of Europe’s food delivery scene.
As the market expands and competition intensifies, understanding and responding to these consumer preferences will be key for platforms aiming to secure long-term loyalty and sustain growth across Europe.
Biggest players and where they operate
The European food delivery market is shaped by a few dominant players, each carving out strongholds in different regions. Among them, Just Eat Takeaway stands out with a commanding presence, particularly in the UK and Germany. Uber Eats, meanwhile, has secured its footing across multiple key markets, including France, the UK, Spain, Germany, and Poland. Deliveroo remains a formidable competitor in the UK and Ireland, while Delivery Hero exerts its influence across Southern, Central, and Eastern Europe.At the heart of this competitive landscape lies the United Kingdom, the largest food delivery market in Europe. In 2025, the online food delivery revenues in the UK is forecast to reach 56 billion U.S. dollars. Here, Uber Eats has established a firm position, with around 1.4 million app downloads in the year, placing it second after retail giant Tesco and fellow food delivery heavyweight Just Eat.
Germany, following the UK as the continent’s second-largest food delivery market, presents a different picture. In 2024, local favorite Lieferando, a brand under Just Eat Takeaway, captured approximately 76 percent of all online food orders, showcasing Just Eats’ strong grip on German consumers. Still, this dominance is far from absolute. Uber Eats, though a newer entrant, has made notable strides across the continent. In France, it captured more than two-thirds of all online food delivery bookings in 2024, and ranked second in app downloads in Germany and Spain, highlighting its growing momentum and the increasingly competitive nature of Europe’s food delivery scene.
Consumer habits driving the market
Underlying the growth and competition in Europe’s food delivery market is a shift in consumer behavior that continues to fuel demand. For many users, the appeal of food delivery lies in its ability to simplify daily life, offering an easy alternative to cooking, minimizing cleanup time, and fitting neatly into hectic schedules. This convenience-driven trend is especially prominent among consumers aged 35 to 44, who tend to order food weekly. When choosing among the growing number of platforms, trust in well-known brand names and the speed at which restaurants prepare orders play a critical role in decision-making.As the market expands and competition intensifies, understanding and responding to these consumer preferences will be key for platforms aiming to secure long-term loyalty and sustain growth across Europe.
