Sure but this goes beyond restaurants in my opinion. Look at these states that had mass migration of people during the pandemic. You will find the (big) sky-rocketing cost of living where those who are moving in on a whim are also not seeking jobs in the state. However all these businesses need employees to handle the new increase in customers. The employers aren’t raising their wages either, which is also not attracting people to work. When the lower classes are forced to move elsewhere (Outside the cities) then this problem will get worse.
Return to office might have some reverse effect but online remote employees can be one of the biggest generators of this problem.
Return to office might have some reverse effect but online remote employees can be one of the biggest generators of this problem.