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12 'Polite' Things You Do at Restaurants During the Pandemic That Are Actually Kind of Rude
Oct 29, 2020
No, don’t pull down your mask so your server can hear you better.
Dining out during the pandemic has challenged nearly every rule about how to be in a restaurant for all of us. And while some cranky diners may have really lost their cool (this restaurant outside Chicago had to close for an employee “mental health day” last month because patrons were getting really nasty), you are probably trying to be the best guest you can be under admittedly challenging circumstances.
BUT! You may be using old “polite” practices that are in fact rude or even dangerous during COVID-19 season. Make sure you don’t fall prey to these 12 pandemic dining mistakes.
1. Choosing your favorite restaurant for a special event
Yes, it’s wonderful to bring your business to the neighborhood Italian place. But a 10-person birthday party is a no-go. “It’s important to keep your group small, for your protection and the protection of others around you,” says Oscar del Rivero , chef and owner of Jaguar Restaurant in Miami. Check with your state’s regulations about the max number of people allowed per party, as some limit diners to no more than six per table.
2. Not bugging the staff with your full name when making a reservation
Early in the pandemic, patrons didn’t understand the importance of contract tracing required by the CDC or department of health and might omit their full names or contact information from reservations, says Brent Frederick , owner of Jester Concepts in Minneapolis. But now, it’s vital to let the restaurant know your whole name and how they can reach you if there is a COVID-related need.
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