The association reported a 15% increase in food consumption, with customers patiently waiting for three to four hours to savor their favorite dishes (Stock photo)

City-based restaurants are experiencing a surge in customer footfall during the Christmas-New Year week from December 24-27, according to an official of the Hostel and Restaurant Association of Eastern India (HRAEI).

HRAEI president Sudesh Poddar said crowd turnout is expected to increase further leading up to the New Year.

The association reported a 15% increase in food consumption, with customers patiently waiting for three to four hours to savor their favorite dishes.

Poddar mentioned that