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Why Restaurant Electric Grid Fees Are Killing Margins in 2026
Episode 75 dives into a hidden cost that's quietly destroying restaurant profits in 2026: demand charges on commercial electric bills. Lucas explains how a single midday peak — like firing up a combi oven and all six burners at once — can double a restaurant's utility bill for the entire month. He breaks down the math using a real New York City Italian restaurant that saw its monthly electric cost jump from $3,200 to $7,900 after one high-demand lunch service. Luna pushes back on whether shifting cooking times is practical, and they explore how chains like Shake Shack have used…
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