Guests are growing more skeptical of rising menu prices. A survey of U.S. diners found that the number of people who think price increases are justified has decreased over time.

Fewer people now believe that restaurants are justified in raising their prices. The shift in opinion is notable, with a significant drop in those who support price increases.

More information is available from the survey, which polled diners in 2024 and again in 2026 to gauge their feelings on the issue.