Highlights
Delivery service contributed to the sales of restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Casual and fast casual dining restaurants had more benefit from delivery service than fine dining ones after COVID-19 restrictions were eased.
Discount options failed to increase sales during the pandemic.
Brand effects on restaurant financial performance were stronger after the COVID-19 outbreak.
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