According to a new study from the Independent Restaurant Coalition, 58% of restaurants and bars nationwide lost more than half their revenue under the omicron surge. The chef soft-opened his long-awaited Ramen Shack in San Juan Capistrano in September, and then rolled out a full schedule and menu only weeks before the wave. Since the start of the omicron surge, the chef estimates 15% to 20% of his staff members have tested positive. With staffing so lean across the industry, even one worker out sick can make the difference for a restaurant’s bottom line. It’s been a roller coaster for Ramen Shack, like so many other restaurants.

Source: Los Angeles Times January 22, 2022 02:12 UTC