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In Short, the Answer is No.With all we know at hand the prevalence of heart infection, obesity and diabetes in the U.S., restaurants really need to update their menus, cooking methods and portion sizes. With the fast-food industry and chain restaurants changing, independents make have to swap too to satisfy customers’ changing demands.

Even the Cheesecake Factory is going on a aliment. The California based chain is testing a revised menu in L.A. now that cuts portion sizes and eliminates all trans fats.

Remember, if you ease off your portion size to a healthier amount, you could lower prices to have more affordable price points. With high gas prices, some folks are cutting down on their eating out budgets.

But, the degree to which you help your customers maintain a healthy lifestyle is up to you and your concept. While there’s Coach’s Café in Akron, OH and Garland’s Hamburger’s in Pismo Beach, CA which both serve great greasy burgers, there’s also a mini-chain in Manhattan, NY called The Better Burger, where everything is cooked healthier – lowfat meats are used, fries are baked, and plenty of fresh salads are offered.

The key is to offer alternatives to patrons. If they want to indulge in your house macaroni and cheese, ok. But, that doesn’t mean that you have to serve 16 oz. at once. Cut the piece size and serve with a fresh side salad. Try using sound wheat macaroni; the dish will still be fascinating.