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Restaurant Chains Brace for Peak Summer Demand Amid Food Cost Pressures

Memorial Day weekend signals the start of summer dining season, prompting restaurant operators to prepare for increased customer traffic. Wayback Burgers President Patrick Conlin, who discussed the topic on Bloomberg This Weekend with Christina Ruffini and David Gura, said the chain is navigating elevated food costs while positioning itself for one of the year's busiest periods. The executive highlighted shifting consumer preferences as restaurants adapt to changing market conditions heading into summer. Food cost inflation continues to challenge restaurant operators as they balance business operations with competitive pressures.