Anticipation Grows for Netflixs Chef Wars: Season 2 Amid Economic Impact

As the final episode of the Netflix original Chef Wars: Culinary Class Wars Season 2 approaches, attention is turning to whether the buzz around the show will translate into economic activities, such as visits to the restaurants of featured chefs or purchases of related merchandise.
A Quick Poll conducted by data consulting firm PMI from January 7 to 8, surveying 2,593 men and women aged 19 to 59 across the country, revealed that 61.6% of respondents felt the Chef Wars Season 2 craze. Notably, among these individuals, 72.5% indicated they have specific plans or actions they want to take following the shows broadcast, such as visiting establishments run by featured chefs or buying collaboration products related to the content. This is a promising signal for the shows economic impact.
According to the Restaurant Industry Business Trends Index report by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and the Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aT), the forecast index for the fourth quarter of 2025 is 83.86, showing a slight rebound from the previous quarter. However, it remains significantly below the baseline of 100, suggesting that the industry will continue to face challenges. Despite this atmosphere of stagnation, the influence of content is expected to create exceptional indicators.
During the airing of Season 1, the number of reservations at restaurants owned by featured chefs surged by an average of 148% compared to the previous week, driving a local rebound. In this recent survey, 72.5% of those who feel the excitement indicated they have the intention to act, suggesting that the culinary craze proven during Season 1 is expected to continue into Season 2.
Respondents expressed the most interest in new star chefs such as Lim Seong-keun, Son Jong-won, Choi Gang-rok, and the culinary phenomenon, which has added to the anticipation for the upcoming season. As Chef Wars continues to captivate audiences, its potential to influence consumer behavior and invigorate the restaurant industry remains a focal point.
A Quick Poll conducted by data consulting firm PMI from January 7 to 8, surveying 2,593 men and women aged 19 to 59 across the country, revealed that 61.6% of respondents felt the Chef Wars Season 2 craze. Notably, among these individuals, 72.5% indicated they have specific plans or actions they want to take following the shows broadcast, such as visiting establishments run by featured chefs or buying collaboration products related to the content. This is a promising signal for the shows economic impact.
According to the Restaurant Industry Business Trends Index report by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs and the Korea Agro-Fisheries & Food Trade Corporation (aT), the forecast index for the fourth quarter of 2025 is 83.86, showing a slight rebound from the previous quarter. However, it remains significantly below the baseline of 100, suggesting that the industry will continue to face challenges. Despite this atmosphere of stagnation, the influence of content is expected to create exceptional indicators.
During the airing of Season 1, the number of reservations at restaurants owned by featured chefs surged by an average of 148% compared to the previous week, driving a local rebound. In this recent survey, 72.5% of those who feel the excitement indicated they have the intention to act, suggesting that the culinary craze proven during Season 1 is expected to continue into Season 2.
Respondents expressed the most interest in new star chefs such as Lim Seong-keun, Son Jong-won, Choi Gang-rok, and the culinary phenomenon, which has added to the anticipation for the upcoming season. As Chef Wars continues to captivate audiences, its potential to influence consumer behavior and invigorate the restaurant industry remains a focal point.
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