# Solo Dining Guides OpenTable and Kayak Created Resources for Traveling & Eating Alone By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-08-20 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solo-dining-guide References: [opentable](https://www.opentable.com/c/solo-dining/) & [kayak](https://www.kayak.com/c/solo/)  According to survey data from Kayak and [OpenTable](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dining-guides), 81% of Americans have dined solo and 70% have traveled solo, prompting the partnering brands to assemble a solo dining guide for travelers. The co-branded solo travel and dining guide from OpenTable and Kayak shares some of the best domestic and international destinations, must-visit restaurants and expert tips for travelers who want to make the most of adventures on their own. Research also suggests that 52% of Americans plan to dine solo this year but 37% feel stuck when finding inspiration—the biggest barrier to dining solo. The OpenTable x Kayak guide suggests Washington D.C. as the top destination for solo dining and travel in the United States, and lists Berlin as the top international destination. On the data-driven list, solo travelers will also find recommended restaurants like [Bistro Du Jour](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-golden-flake-tavern) in Washington, D.C. and [Funky Fisch](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fast-pickle) in Berlin. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 81% | Activity: 87% | Freshness: 27% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Solo-travel Companionship Tools:** Innovations in apps and platforms are emerging to connect solo travelers with local experiences and personalized guides. - **Social Solo Dining:** New dining concepts are developed to make solo dining more engaging through communal tables and interactive dining experiences. - **Personalized Travel-itinerary Services:** Companies are leveraging data to offer bespoke travel itineraries and dining recommendations tailored for solo adventurers. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Travel Services:** The travel industry expands with tailored solutions for solo travelers, addressing the growing demand for personalized solo experiences. - **Restaurant and Hospitality:** Restaurants are creating more welcoming environments and curated experiences specifically aimed at solo diners. - **Mobile Applications:** There is a surge in mobile app development focusing on solo traveler engagement, providing real-time tips and connections to local activities. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Valentine's Day Dining Research](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-dining-research.md) - [Dater Dining Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dining-guides.md) - [Paris-Themed Solo Travel Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/curated-parisian-experiences.md) - [Solo Travel Bundles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pricelines-solo-explorer.md) - [Escorted Group Travel Providers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/escorted-group-travel.md) - [Sporty Solo Travel Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solo-travel1.md) - [50+ Solo Travel Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solo-travel-experience.md) - [Solo Travel Matchmakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/travel-bff-matchmaker.md) - [Food-Focused Travel Guide Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foodietrip.md)