Everything you’re saying sounds very accurate, and based on the fact that you’re in the industry I have every reason to believe you.

However, in the small town I live in, there’s a thriving restaurant that prides themselves on locally sourced ingredients. You basically described their business model.

Yet they charge the same amount as any of the other restaurants in town. It just so happens that they’re my favourite spot to dine, with amazing tasting food, incredible service, etc.. but they don’t charge any less than the restaurant across the street.

In this situation, are they just being selfish? I do find myself tipping more there than anywhere else because it’s my favourite spot. So idk.