Yelp dominates AI-driven local business search, cited 3.4× more than rivals
An analysis of 28 million AI‑generated local business answers in Q4 2025 shows Yelp received 512,680 citations—3.4 times more than the next platform. Across ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and Google AI Mode, Yelp now drives the majority of AI‑powered local discovery, making it essential for small‑business visibility.