Health benefits and 401k plans are issues potential employees often inquire about. The Internet has started to make inroads in the industry. Restaurant web sites are being built and several operators have signed up with online reservation sites. Rents have been skyrocketing, as operators are competing for locations. Sales tax audits have been on the rise.
Auditors are better trained and more knowledgeable about the restaurant industry.
Chains are now in our market. Houston's opened a second store on Park Ave South. Lonestar Steakhouse has opened a Del Frisco's Steakhouse on 6th Avenue. Consumer spending and dining out are on the rise. People are eating out 3.24 times per week.