Why Americans can't stop coming back for coffee, even as dining budgets tighten

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Why Americans can't stop coming back for coffee, even as dining budgets tighten
Coffee chains see growth — yet restaurants struggle — as consumers prioritize affordable indulgences
 By [Andrea Margolis](//www.foxnews.com/person/m/andrea-margolis) [Fox News](https://www.foxnews.com/)
Published [January 16, 2026 6:00am EST](https://www.foxnews.com/html-sitemap/2026/january/16)
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