Hollywood's Entertainment Industry Faces Uncertainty as Strikes Continue

Restaurants near studios in Los Angeles are experiencing economic losses of between five and 20 percent due to the ongoing writers strike, with declines in lunch service and takeout orders from production crews. The potential for a SAG-AFTRA strike, which has a membership 15 times larger than the Writers Guild of America, is causing further concern for restaurant owners. The pandemic and remote work have already decreased the density of office workers and potential lunch patrons. While some hope for a quick resolution, others worry about the impact on the restaurant industry if the actors go through with a walkout.