Surprise, surprise: California kept its full-service restaurants in the dark for months

Operators say most of them aren't making money and want a break on their royalties. But they also complain about receiving expired cheese from closed stores. "Don't send us moldy product."

The Bottom Line: Limited-service restaurants have not cut jobs in California, despite the $20 fast-food wage. But that doesn't mean it hasn't had an impact.

Tech Check: As catering booms, more tech companies are offering restaurants the tools to do it themselves.