My observations so far, only apply to Sodas - little family eateries that have a limited menu, but serve their food quickly. The local equivalent to McDonalds - that also do well in the larger towns.
One of my favorites - Soda Buen Taco, that made an excellent Oroz Cantones, has gone out of business! Naturally, I asked myself why?
Soda El Guabo (a wood fired stove) is still in business, right up the street - and in fact, I just ordered their specialty Hamburguesa Pollo (chicken hamburger) from it.
It was in business, because it wanted to be in business. The Grandmother, who started the business, in her own house, is not working any more, and spends her time playing with her newest granddaughter.
The oldest daughter was there, not doing anything, but making sure the business stays in business. I know this sounds strange to Gringo ears, but that's the way it is down here.
The youngest daughter was working on the Grill, where everything is cooked - fast!
Other people come and go, doing various things - or nothing at all! Their overall cost is low, mainly what they pay themselves. If they decide to stay in business - they stay in business.
/Soda Buen Taco, by contrast, lost heart. And gradually faded away.
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