This systematic review of reviews (2017–2021) examines factors influencing consumer food choice. Key factors include the physical product, available information, price, context, personal and group influences, and sensory perceptions. A socioecological model integrates four levels: physical food environment, social/community level, interpersonal relations, and individual characteristics. Results show that food choice is influenced by cultural norms, social interactions, and the physical environment. Behavioral patterns, shaped by informal institutions like culture, can be difficult to change. The review highlights the need for interdisciplinary research to understand the complexity of food choice. Factors such as health, sustainability, and price significantly influence decisions. Consumers often prioritize affordability over health, and cultural values shape food preferences. Social norms, family dynamics, and individual characteristics also play crucial roles. The review emphasizes the importance of addressing socioeconomic factors, food environment, and cultural influences to promote sustainable food choices. Overall, food choice is a complex process influenced by multiple interacting factors.This systematic review of reviews (2017–2021) examines factors influencing consumer food choice. Key factors include the physical product, available information, price, context, personal and group influences, and sensory perceptions. A socioecological model integrates four levels: physical food environment, social/community level, interpersonal relations, and individual characteristics. Results show that food choice is influenced by cultural norms, social interactions, and the physical environment. Behavioral patterns, shaped by informal institutions like culture, can be difficult to change. The review highlights the need for interdisciplinary research to understand the complexity of food choice. Factors such as health, sustainability, and price significantly influence decisions. Consumers often prioritize affordability over health, and cultural values shape food preferences. Social norms, family dynamics, and individual characteristics also play crucial roles. The review emphasizes the importance of addressing socioeconomic factors, food environment, and cultural influences to promote sustainable food choices. Overall, food choice is a complex process influenced by multiple interacting factors.