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Egg shortages due to bird flu lead to rising brunch prices in L.A. restaurants

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Egg shortages due to bird flu lead to rising brunch prices in L.A. restaurants

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  • The **bird flu** outbreak is causing significant **egg shortages** in California, impacting local **restaurants**, particularly those offering **brunch**.
  • Prices for **ingredients** have surged, with some restaurants already increasing menu prices, citing a near **doubling** of egg costs — from **$20** to **$110** for a case of 15 dozen eggs.
  • In **Irvine**, chef Paul Cao reports his kitchen uses **180 to 225 dozens** of eggs weekly and faces **higher costs** but hasn't raised prices yet, awaiting potential relief.
  • Restaurant owners are **compromising on quality** to maintain prices, with some posting notices to inform customers about temporary **surcharges** related to increased egg prices.
  • Despite the price hikes, many restaurants, like Bon Temps and **République**, prioritize quality ingredients and aim to avoid customer dissatisfaction.

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