went to the local cracker barrel this week with the family....thought we'd be seated quickly as only about half the place was full.
turned out it was because they were short of staff also.
I've been eating out a lot during my trip to Minnesota this week. Everywhere we go, the restaurants are short-staffed and HELP WANTED signs are everywhere.
We are tipping very well because the ones who are working are doing their very best. 30% or more.