Bill Dedes News Today

The popular spot is known for its signature plate-sized pancakes.

“Everything is delayed,” said Bill Dedes, owner of local The Original Steve’s Diner chain. “It’s hard to get products,” like the specialty grills the popular restaurants use to make their signature plate-size pancakes. “That used to take two to four weeks. Now it’s like six to eight weeks,” he said. In addition, contractors are having trouble finding workers. And, “If you want two-by-six metal studs, you’ve got to know somebody.” In recent months, the restaurant industry...