‘Our dreams being shredded’ | Houston restaurant owners struggle as rising costs and fewer customers threaten their survival

HOUSTON — Texas restaurants are facing a tough economic stretch, with rising costs and a slowdown in customers threatening their survival, according to a new report from the Texas Restaurant Association.

Some owners warn that if conditions don’t improve soon, they may have no choice but to close their doors.

Janice Jucker, owner of Three Brothers Bakery in Houston, said foot traffic has slowed while costs for basic ingredients have soared…

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