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As people finally start to make their way out of their houses after COVID, they are looking for the comforts of the way things were. But lets be real. Things have changed, and some things will never go back to the way they were. The past year has been especially difficult for all restaurants. But the good news is, you can almost go to your favorite places again....but there will be some changes that might stick around from here on out. Here are 5 things that you can count on sticking around for now.
- Patience– There’s a staffing shortage at many restaurants and all employees are having to take extra steps with food preparation and cleanliness. That means it will probably take longer to get your food so hang in there.
- Generous tips– Servers really need your help more than ever, so it’s a great idea to increase your tipping if you are able to. These folks have had a rough go.
- Don’t touch the staff– Everyone should know that personal space is now the norm, so it’s a good idea to be “hands off” with the help.
- No large parties– Most restaurants are limiting parties to 8-10 people. Be aware that you may not get seated if you try to bring a group any larger than this to your favorite place.
- Condiments– Really? The lack thereof. Salt, pepper and ketchup bottles may never be available at your table in the future. You may have to get them by request and probably won’t get the large amounts you have been accustomed to.
Yes, getting used to the new normal kinda sucks, but if you can be flexible...it’ll be a lot easier for everyone involved.