# Gourmet Grub Dispensers Trend Hunter's Courtney Scharf Discusses Unique Food Vending Machines By Alyson Wyers | Published 2014-05-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-vending-machines References: [youtu.be](http://youtu.be/FO-LP_TiZoY)  If you are prone to laziness or have a strong sense of appreciation for meals on the go, you will enjoy these [unusual food vending machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-tokyo-hot-crispy). Trend Hunter Research Advisor and Editor Courtney Scharf talks about her favorite gourmet snack-dispensing devices. While her picks are focused on food, there are many other interesting product-based vending machines as well. The salad vending machine is ideal for the health and socially conscious. In addition to convenient greens, these [health food vending machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/summer-salad1) also donate leftovers at the end of the day. If finding time to eat breakfast at home is a struggle for you, the arcade game-inspired bagel dispenser uses a claw to retrieve a fun breakfast. Or if you're a fan of Mexican food, the [Burrito Box](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pecan-pie-cookie) allows you to purchase pre-assembled and prepackaged but customizable goods. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Health Food Vending Machines:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop vending machines that offer a variety of healthy snack options and donate leftovers to reduce food waste. - **Breakfast Dispensing Claw Machines:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create claw machines that dispense breakfast items, making mornings more exciting and convenient for busy individuals. - **Customizable Meal Vending:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Innovate vending machines that offer pre-assembled but customizable meals, catering to consumers' preferences for personalized food options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Vending Machine Manufacturing:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Develop advanced vending machines with features like donation option, customization, and engaging gameplay to attract new customers. - **Health Food Retail:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Create vending machines that offer a range of nutritious and organic snacks, catering to the growing demand for healthy eating options. - **Convenience Food Market:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation: Introduce vending machines that provide convenient and customizable meal options, targeting busy individuals seeking quick and satisfying food choices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sandwich-Heating Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kepak-hot-vend-kiosk.md) - [Smart Fridge Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-fridge-vending-machines.md) - [AI-Enabled Salad Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salad-stand-vending-machine.md) - [Hot Sandwich Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toastyfresh-autoserve.md) - [AI-Powered Fresh Food Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aipowered-fresh-food-vending-machines.md) - [Refrigerated Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/redyref-smart-food-fridge.md) - [Robot Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tortoise-smart-stores.md) - [Smart Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-vending-machines.md) - [Gym Meal Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frozen-protein-meal-vending-machine.md)