Foodienomics

The High Cost of Low Prices

Photo: Randy Harris

“At the end of the day, the customer is going to end up paying for it … We’ll have to pay higher wages, more taxes and then we will have to charge more.” —An anonymous restaurateur explains what would happen if restaurants changed their hiring practices to comply with immigration and labor laws. Say hello to jacked-up delivery fees! [Diner’s Journal/NYT]

The High Cost of Low Prices