No industry was spared from the impact of COVID-19 this year, but the restaurant industry took a significant hit as reduced capacity and total closure mandates shifted the way they were able to serve patrons. Within the first several months of the pandemic alone, 40% of America's restaurants had shuttered, and the industry as a whole is projected to lose as much as $240 billion this year. From small mom-and-pop restaurants to large international chains, every business has had to alter operations to preserve some of their revenue streams.