Food delivery is increasingly becoming part of Ghanaians’ everyday routines, with new Bolt Food insights showing strong growth in weekday lunches and mid-week dinners as consumers continue to embrace convenience throughout the working week.
The data points to a shift in ordering behaviour, with customers turning to food delivery more frequently rather than reserving it for weekends or special occasions.
“One of the clearest trends we’re seeing is in ordering frequency,” said Ali Zaryab, General Manager, Bolt Food. “Customers are increasingly making food delivery part of their weekly routine. Weekday lunches and mid-week dinners are among the fastest-growing ordering occasions, reflecting how convenience is becoming embedded in everyday life.”
The shift is being driven by changing lifestyles, with busy professionals, families and students increasingly seeking reliable meal options that fit around work, study and everyday commitments.
Beyond changing customer habits, Bolt says the trend is also creating more consistent demand for restaurant partners throughout the week.
“As customers order more regularly, restaurants are benefiting from steadier demand beyond traditional peak periods,” Zaryab added. “It’s helping create a healthier ecosystem where customers enjoy greater convenience while merchants have more opportunities to grow their business.”
According to Bolt Food data:
Weekday lunch orders have grown by +15% over the past 6 months.
Mid-week dinner orders have increased by +25%.
Average ordering frequency has grown by +22%, indicating that customers are incorporating food delivery into their routines more often.
Bolt believes the findings reflect a broader evolution in consumer behaviour, where on-demand delivery is becoming an everyday convenience rather than an occasional service.
“Consumers today value convenience, reliability and predictability more than ever before,” Zaryab said. “As these expectations continue to evolve, we’re seeing food delivery become a natural extension of everyday life rather than something people turn to only on weekends or for special occasions.”
