Restaurant Operators Embrace Post-Pandemic Optimism

At the National Restaurant Association Show, we explored technology, plant-based menus, and labor concerns.

Yet, let's not forget the unsung heroes—the operators themselves. Editorial director Sam Oches and managing editor Leigh Anne Zinsmeister engaged with restaurant operators and executives in Chicago, uncovering their current mindset now that the pandemic is receding.

The anxieties of last year, like inflation, supply chain disruptions, and workforce challenges, have given way to a newfound enthusiasm for the future. Optimism abounds as the industry eagerly embraces what lies ahead, leaving behind the shadows of uncertainty.

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