How to be a better consumer
Amy Byres
Being a business reporter, I have learned the best consumer practices to benefit our small businesses.
A little-known fact: When you see your favorite local restaurant on DoorDash or Grubhub, a portion of the proceeds from each order goes to the online platforms. Owners of Lily and Liam Bistro see over 20 percent of each order go to DoorDash.
Last year, the Los Angeles Times reported its city council capping how much delivery services can charge restaurants during the pandemic. The cap is 15 percent of the purchase price.
San Francisco and New York City have similar policies, according to the report.