Denny's announced on February 24, 2025, that it would temporarily add surcharges to meals that contain eggs. This decision was made in response to a nationwide egg shortage and increased costs, primarily driven by the effects of a devastating bird flu outbreak that has led to the culling of millions of hens.
The size of the surcharge will vary across Denny's approximately 1,500 locations, with pricing decisions made on a market-by-market and restaurant-by-restaurant basis due to regional impacts of the egg shortage. This approach allows the company to adapt to localized supply and cost pressures.
The move reflects broader industry challenges, as wholesale egg prices have reached new records, with white eggs rising to $8.07 per dozen in the week prior to the announcement. Other chains, such as Waffle House, also instituted similar surcharges, indicating a widespread impact of commodity inflation on breakfast-focused restaurants.
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