Middle East and Africa Cloud Kitchen Market to Surpass USD 1,074 Million by 2030

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The Middle East & Africa Cloud Kitchen Market size was valued at around USD 427 million in 2024 and is projected to reach USD 1,074 million by 2030. Along with this, the market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of around 21.92% during the forecast period, i.e., 2025-30, cites MarkNtel Advisors in the recent research report. This remarkable growth is primarily driven by the surging demand for online food delivery services, coupled with the region’s rapid digital transformation and flourishing e-commerce ecosystem.

As urban populations grow and lifestyles become increasingly fast-paced, consumers are demonstrating a clear preference for convenient, quick, and diverse food options, creating a fertile environment for cloud kitchen operators across Middle East and Africa. Additionally, the government support and business-friendly regulations in several countries, particularly the UAE and Saudi Arabia, are also fueling the industry’s expansion by encouraging investments in digital platforms, logistics, and food-tech solutions. In addition, the increasing penetration of smartphones, seamless payment gateways, and third-party food delivery applications has created a technology-driven ecosystem that favors the growth of cloud kitchens.

With ongoing investments cloud kitchen players, coupled with advancements in AI-driven kitchen management and delivery operations, the Middle East & Africa Cloud Kitchen Market is expected to remain a key area of innovation and profitability, significantly transforming the region’s food service industry landscape, further states the research report, “Middle East & Africa Cloud Kitchen Market Analysis, 2025.”

Segmentation Analysis

Independent Kitchens Capture Potential Shares of Middle East and Africa Cloud Kitchen Industry

Based on the type segment, the market is further bifurcated into Independent Kitchen, Commissary/Multi-Brand Kitchen, Kitchen Pods, and Outsourced Kitchen.

Independent kitchens hold a prominent share of the Middle East & Africa Cloud Kitchen Market as they are wholly owned by a single brand and rely extensively on third-party delivery channels. These kitchens offer flexibility in experimenting with cuisines and food concepts, enabling entrepreneurs to launch virtual restaurant brands and quickly adapt to changing consumer demands, thereby spurring their adoption across the region.

UAE Significantly Dominates the Industry

Geographically, the Middle East & Africa Cloud Kitchen Market Spans Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Egypt, Turkey, Israel, and South Africa. Among these, the UAE leads the market, with Dubai emerging as the hub for cloud kitchen operators due to its vibrant food culture, favorable business environment, and high smartphone penetration. The country’s strong digital infrastructure, diverse population, and strategic location further enhance its position as a prime market for cloud kitchen expansion.

Competitive Landscape

With strategic initiatives, such as mergers, collaborations, and acquisitions, the leading market players, including Arjan Cloud Kitchen, Avane Cloud Kitchen, Comida Cloud Kitchen, Grubtech, Jozi Cloud Kitchen, Kaykroo, KITCH, Kitchen United, Kitopi, IKCON, Meal Box, Sweetheart Kitchen, The Food Lab, Others are looking forward to strengthening their market position.

Key Questions Answered in the Research Report

1. What are the industry’s overall statistics or estimates (Overview, Size- By Value, Forecast Numbers, Segmentation, Shares)?
2. What are the trends influencing the current scenario of the market?
3. What key factors would propel and impede the industry across the region?
4. How has the industry been evolving in terms of geography & product adoption?
5. How has the competition been shaping across various countries?
6. How has the buying behavior, customer inclination, and expectations from product manufacturers been evolving during 2020-30?
7. Who are the key competitors, and what strategic partnerships or ventures are they coming up with to stay afloat during the projected time frame?