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Search among the top 10,053 café & restaurant brands by number of locations
Search among the top café & restaurant brands by number of locations
In Cafe & Restaurants
·May – Jul 25
Dave & Buster's is in the top 1% of brands
Sample of brands in the same percentile
See what factors influence Dave & Buster's performance in the United States and how they change over time
See what factors influence Dave & Buster's performance in the United States and how they change over time
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An analysis of Dave & Buster's' competitors in the United States
An analysis of Dave & Buster's' competitors in the United States
Top-5 brands that brand's customers also visit
Discover your traffic workload during different times of the day
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In Cafe & Restaurants
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Search among the top 10,053 café & restaurant brands by number of locations
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Market performance reflects brand's share of foot traffic, revealing its competitive strength and customer preference in the industry.
Dave & Buster's holds a leading market performance with a percentile of 99 in the Cafe & Restaurants industry in the United States. This position places it in the top 1% of brands, indicating a strong market standing relative to peers like Hawaiian Bros Island Grill, Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux, Pollo Regio, Black Bear Diner, 787 Coffee and QDOBA Mexican Eats which share a similar ranking.
Customer satisfaction (CSAT) indicates loyalty and brand perception, directly influencing retention and revenue growth. Higher CSAT scores correlate with positive business outcomes.
Dave & Buster's demonstrates a solid customer satisfaction with an overall CSAT of 67%, reflecting a 0.8 percentage point increase year-over-year. Oklahoma leads in CSAT at 89%, followed by South Dakota (87%) and Minnesota (81%), showcasing regional strengths. The CSAT trend shows steady growth from 65.75% in April 2025 to 67.73% in June 2025.
Average check reflects customer spending per visit, critical for revenue analysis and pricing strategy. Growth indicates increased value or price adjustments.
Dave & Buster's average check is $49.10 USD, reflecting a 15.6% increase year-over-year, indicating higher customer spending. Alaska leads with an average check of $60.60 USD. Average check experienced growth, from $48.56 in April 2025, reaching $49.39 in June 2025.
Outlet count indicates brand's reach and expansion strategy, crucial for market penetration and revenue potential across different locations.
Dave & Buster's operates 22 outlets in California, marking its largest presence. Texas follows with 15 outlets, and New York has 13. This distribution highlights key markets for Dave & Buster's, indicating strategic geographic focus and potential expansion opportunities.
Identifying top competitors reveals market dynamics and consumer preferences, guiding competitive strategies and differentiation efforts for sustainable growth.
McDonald's is a top competitor for Dave & Buster's, with a cross-visitation rate of 15.21%. Chick-fil-A (6.09%), Wendy's (5.75%), Taco Bell (5.63%) and Starbucks (5.39%) also are significant competitors, reflecting shared customer interests and preferences in the cafe and restaurant industry.
Understanding peak traffic hours allows for optimized staffing, resource allocation, and targeted promotions to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency.
Dave & Buster's experiences peak traffic between 5 PM and 6 PM, reaching 43.06% and 44.88% of traffic workload, respectively. Traffic volume steadily rises from 10 AM (5.22%), indicating the most traffic workload occurs during the afternoon and evening hours, with minimal activity overnight.
Analyzing consumer segments by gender and generation enables targeted marketing and customized experiences, enhancing engagement and brand loyalty.
Women show an affinity index of 93 for Dave & Buster's, slightly below the average consumer, while men show an affinity of 106. Gen X has an affinity index of 112, indicating a higher-than-average representation. Gen Y’s affinity is 99, while Gen Z has an affinity of 96, indicating those segments being underrepresented.