BURGER fans are angry after the popular chain announced price increases.
For the first time, its most famous combo will cost more than $10 in one state.
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Beloved burger chain In-N-Out has announced menu price increases in its home state of California.
For the first time, your Double-Double burger with fries and a drink is now over $10 in the Golden State.
The higher price is due to the state’s new $20 minimum wage for fast food workers.
Before taxes, a meal at In-N-Out costs $10.45 for a Double-Double, $8.65 for a cheeseburger and $8.15 for a hamburger, The Orange County Register reported.
Sales tax in Los Angeles County it is 9.5%, bringing the total cost of the Double-Double meal to $11.44.
The chain is known for offering high-quality fast food at reasonable prices.
Angry customers appealed Facebook to share your thoughts on the price increases.
“The new normal, unfortunately,” wrote one.
“Nah, not In-N-Out either,” said another.
“I’ll just have to start cooking.”
But others said they would remain loyal to the famous chain.
One wrote: “That’s not going to stop me from going!
“Their burgers are better than some other places and they treat their employees well. Great company!”
“Not a bad price. It’s worth it,” agreed another.
California’s Fast Food Minimum Wage Disaster
In April, California’s new $20 per hour minimum wage for fast-food workers went into effect. Companies have since attributed the move to closures and potential price increases.
- Governor Gavin Newsom signed the law in September 2023
- The pay increase specifically applies to fast-food chains with at least 60 locations
- The survey found that the majority of people who work at fast food restaurants in California are in their 20s and 30s and earn unbearable wages.
- This bill also established a State Fast Food Board
- Composed of worker representatives, franchisees, franchisors and defenders
- The goal is to help fast-food workers earn a living wage
- Critics said the new minimum wage will likely lead to increased operating costs for businesses
- Some experts warn that a 5-10% price increase could be on the way for customers
GOING UP
In-N-Out is far from the only chain that has raised menu prices in response to the new law.
Menu prices have increased by up to 8.3% at restaurants like Chipotle, a study found.
Wendy’s franchisees chose to increase menu prices by an average of 8%, while others made smaller price increases, including Taco Bell, reported by 3%, and Burger King, by 2%.
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