DoorDash turned 10 years old in 2023, reaching an impressive milestone. The company has come a long way from just delivering takeout food orders. Now DoorDash delivers all kinds of items, from drugstore purchases to sporting goods. But food remains its specialty.
Over the past decade, DoorDash has delivered over 600 million orders of french fries to hungry Americans. French fries topped the list of most popular foods ordered on DoorDash nationwide in 2023. Here are some other customer favorites:
Most Popular Foods Nationwide
Pexels | Alexy Almond | Americans love fried, cheesy, and spicy foods, but also ordered healthier options like salads.
- French Fries
- Chicken Quesadillas
- Mozzarella Sticks
- Garlic Naan Bread
- Spicy Chicken Sandwiches
- Pepperoni Pizza
- Chips and Queso
- Traditional Chicken Wings
- Cobb Salads
- Fried Rice
Americans love their fried, cheesy, and spicy foods, based on this top 10 list. But also ordered healthier options like salads.
Top Grocery Orders Nationwide
Beyond takeout, DoorDash saw a big demand for grocery items in 2023. The most frequently ordered groceries for delivery were:
- Bananas
- Roma Tomatoes
- Strawberries
- Cucumbers
- Cilantro
- Whole Milk
- Eggs
- Iceberg Lettuce
- Red Onions
- Blueberries
Lots of fresh produce and basics like milk and eggs made the grocery top 10.
Most Popular Alcohol Orders
Pexels | Chris F | For alcohol delivery, customers overwhelmingly wanted vodka, hard seltzer, and tequila in 2023.
For alcohol delivery, customers overwhelmingly wanted vodka, hard seltzer, and tequila in 2023. Rounding out the top drink orders were:
- Vodka
- Hard Seltzer
- Tequila
- Sauvignon Blanc Wine
- Prosecco
- Whiskey
- Pinot Grigio Wine
- Beer
- Pinot Noir Wine
- Rum
How Times Have Changed
To see how tastes have evolved, let's compare the 2023 favorites to the most popular DoorDash orders from 10 years ago in 2013:
Top Foods Nationwide, 2013
- Chipotle Chicken Sandwiches
- Pork Potstickers
- Tomato Bisque Soup
- Cobb Salads
- Sweet Potato Fries
- Guacamole
- Hummus
- Grilled Cheese Sandwiches
- Tacos
- Pita Bread
While some classics like Cobb salads have stuck around, the top 10 foods of 2023 show how American preferences have shifted. Customers are ordering more Mexican-inspired items like quesadillas, naan, and chips with queso.
Chicken sandwiches have overtaken burgers in popularity. And mozzarella sticks and fried rice reflect the continued demand for appetizers and takeout Chinese.
Top Desserts Nationwide, 2013
Pexels | Nicole Queiroz | Sofia Varjonen | DoorDash Top Desserts Nationwide.
- Strawberry Cheesecake
- Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Lemon Cheesecake
Beyond Takeout: Quirky Delivery Requests
With DoorDash's expanded offerings, customers have ordered some oddly specific items over the past three years:
Most Interesting Miscellaneous Orders
- Printer Paper
- Microfiber Bed Pillows
- Fragrance-Free Baby Wipes
- High Velocity Fans
- Laundry Detergent
- Incense Sticks
- Takeout Containers
- Cotton Bath Towels
- Forever Stamps
- AA Batteries
Who needs to run errands when you can get everyday essentials delivered? These unique orders show how DoorDash has become a convenient one-stop shop.
One clear trend over the next few years will be the continued rise of hard seltzer. DoorDash reported demand for spiked seltzer has jumped 83% year over year as the fizzy alcoholic beverage remains red hot.
Delivery has changed drastically in 10 years thanks to DoorDash. As we embark on the next decade, it will be fascinating to see how our tastes continue evolving. DoorDash's data offers delicious insights into America's current cravings.