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Hit by staff shortages, eateries use tech and better planning to adapt to new consumer habits

Whether they are selling burgers, pizza or pancakes, major U.S.

By Hilary Russ NEW YORK (Reuters) - Whether they are selling burgers, pizza or pancakes, major U.S. restaurant chains are short-staffed - and they exp...

Restaurant chains across the nation are settling into the idea that they will be understaffed in the future, and are adjusting to a post-pandemic reality.

It's not just you: Food prices are out of this world. I've just relocated from Washington, DC, to Brooklyn, where a recent run to Key Foods for five d

“We perform well during tough times like this,” said parent company Dine Brands chief executive John Peyton told the Post on how inflation has impacted its business.

Applebees and IHOP have raised their menu prices this year while also reporting an increase in sales.

Cash-strapped consumers are starting to trade down, swapping higher-priced goods for more affordable alternatives. Thats good news for Applebees and IHOP.

Wealthier Diners Switch To Bargain Chains

The CEO of the parent company that owns the two restaurant chains said it is seeing an increase in customers making higher salaries.