Why Eating Out with Friends Tops America’s Weekend To-Do List and How a Food Tour Elevates It
Hear are some stats…
America’s 15 Favorite Weekend Activities
(YouGov Ratings – Q1 2025, share of U.S. adults with a positive opinion of each activity) (today.yougov.com)
| Rank | Activity | Popularity |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Listening to music | 89 % |
| 2 | Walking / hiking | 82 % |
| 3 | Going to the park | 82 % |
| 4 | Spending time with family | 81 % |
| 5 | Traveling / day-trips | 81 % |
| 6 | Watching movies | 80 % |
| 7 | Spending time with friends | 80 % |
| 8 | Cooking / baking | 79 % |
| 9 | Watching TV / streaming | 77 % |
| 10 | Eating out at restaurants | 77 % |
| 11 | Going to the beach | 76 % |
| 12 | Surfing the internet | 76 % |
| 13 | Reading books | 76 % |
| 14 | Attending live-music events | 76 % |
| 15 | Spending time with partner | 75 % |
Spotlight on #10: Eating Out at Restaurants with Friends
Dining out ranks solidly in the Top 10 because it:
- Creates instant connection. Food breaks the ice and fuels conversation faster than any other social setting.
- Fits any budget or mood. From casual food trucks to chef-driven kitchens, the experience scales to taste, time, and wallet.
- Delivers built-in discovery. A single restaurant introduces new flavors, cultures, and stories—mini “vacations” without the travel logistics.
But why stop at just one restaurant?
Multiply the Fun: Take a Walking Food Tour
On The Town Food Tours turns a single reservation into a progressive culinary adventure:
| Your Usual Night Out | With Our Food Tour |
|---|---|
| One restaurant, one menu. | 4–8 curated stops—savory & sweet. |
| Limited backstory on dishes. | Insider history & owner introductions. |
| Tableside view only. | Guided stroll past murals and landmarks. |
| Same conversation circle. | Meet fellow food lovers & widen your network. |
| Bill shock at the end. | All tastings bundled into one ticket price. |
Why Choose Us for Your Weekend Plans
- Locally Rooted, Expertly Curated
We live here, know the owners by name, and hand-pick establishments. - Seamless Group Fun
Perfect for friend crews, social clubs, and corporate teams—no one has to play the planner or the designated driver. - Move, Taste, Learn
We blend three of America’s favorite weekend activities—walking (#2), traveling/day-trips (#5), and eating out (#10)—into one effortless package. - Flexible Private Options
Birthday? Bachelorette? Company off-site? We customize routes for groups of up to 24 guests. - Proven Satisfaction
5-star average on TripAdvisor and Google; 97 % of guests say they’d recommend us.
Next Steps—Join Us!
- Browse Tours: Collingswood, Haddonfield, Haddon Township, Bordentown City, Burlington City, Medford, Hammonton, Mount Holly, and Atlantic City’s Ducktown District.
- Pick Your Date: Public tours run most weekends; private tours bookable any day of the week or weekend based on availability.
- Reserve Now: www.onthetownfoodtours.com or call (609),721,5164.
- Gift the Experience: Digital gift cards deliver instant weekend joy.
If your circle is already planning to “eat out with friends” this weekend, upgrade that plan: trade a single reservation for a multi-restaurant journey that checks off three of America’s favorite pastimes in one afternoon. Spots fill quickly—secure your tickets today and taste what you’ve been missing!
Sources
- YouGov Ratings – “The most popular activities in America” (Q1 2025) (today.yougov.com)
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics – American Time Use Survey (background on leisure trends) (bls.gov)