The numbers are in, and the price of fast food is outpacing the rate of inflation in the country. Fast Food Line, Money Canva/ TSM Illustrations loading...How does the rise in prices affect New Jersey? Fast food looks like an alternative to a cheap way to buy the kids dinner because of work time restraints and family situations. It is not an option to eat out less; invariably, the decision to eat fast food is mostly a quick knee-jerk reaction to taking care of yourself and your family. Not getting delivery is a viable choice; if you are going to indulge in fast food, go get it.