Empty Bonefish

[sunglow]

We had dinner at Bonefish last night on the patio and noticed that seating inside, which is normally busy, was empty. The server said he thinks it is because DeSantis opened full seating in all restaurants in Florida. And people are apprehensive about being in a crowded restaurant. He also said that they were going to be very cautious about keeping the seating in the restaurant the way it was before with social distancing in place. We are wondering if this is happening in other restaurants around The Villages.
Would love to hear some feedback.

[Stu from NYC]

Been going out once or twice a week for past two months and find most are maybe 50% full during the week.

Last Sat at Havana inside was about 50% full and outside maybe 10%.

[retiredguy123]

I agree with the server. I think it would be wise for restaurants to continue the limited seating. It makes customers more comfortable.

[mrf6969]

Went out 2 nights ago for dinner and restaurant was about 50% full

[rjm1cc]

Went out when the restaurant's first opened. Where employees were not waring masks we did not return. Eventually we just stopped eating at the restaurants.

[Topspinmo]

Maybe it’s the fish smell?:duck:

[tophcfa]

As much as many people don’t want to deal with reality, we are in the middle of a very dangerous pandemic. What else would one expect?

[GoPacers]

Have no plans to eat inside at any restaurant. I have no concerns about outdoor seating. I get that Desantis is trying to protect the economy in a state that has no income tax but I'm continuing to look out for myself.

[Heyitsrick]

Yogi Berra: "No one goes there anymore. It's too crowded."

[donassaid]

We had dinner there last night (Wednesday) indoors and it was very busy.

[riley2011]

We had dinner at Bonefish last night on the patio and noticed that seating inside, which is normally busy, was empty. The server said he thinks it is because DeSantis opened full seating in all restaurants in Florida. And people are apprehensive about being in a crowded restaurant. He also said that they were going to be very cautious about keeping the seating in the restaurant the way it was before with social distancing in place. We are wondering if this is happening in other restaurants around The Villages.
Would love to hear some feedback.


Nancy Lopez is not social distancing. Very busy restaurant.

[Girlcopper]

Nancy Lopez is not social distancing. Very busy restaurant.

Odd. I was there less than a week ago and all dustancing, mask wearing and safety procedures werefollowed

[Labanz]

I am been out and about during the pandemic repairing / servicing AC systems, eating lunch, getting gas going to distributors to pick up material, Lowe’s, Home Depot etc.
currently go to dinner a few times a week. I have seen between 10 and 50% full.
Haven’t noticed any change in the last couple weeks.
Most seem to be taking various amounts of protection. I don’t waste time trying to count how many do or not wear masks, I do the best I can to stay safe. I am probably in better health than the average person that might be giving me a false sense of security but at the same time have working in very dangerous environments and used to doing the best to stay safe if it’s working near the edge of a skyscraper or suiting up in safety gear in chemical plants.
I view it like other hazards I have worked around or in.
Most of the people here are not used to working in hazardous environments or conditions and would never consider it. If you are the average person stay away.
I have heard of more people dying from car vs golf cart within 2 miles of me than the virus but we all continue to drive Carts without protective gear..

Hum

[stadry]

as usual, o shucks was busy last nite mostly hosting villagers - saw 2 w/masks + owner was wearing 1 also,,, oysters were GREAT as usual

[Scott O]

Been going to dinner a couple of times a week for months, not worried life goes on! We appreciate all the restaurants that are open and will continue to patronize them. Some of us have to work for a living and have been doing so since the CCP was sent to us. So we don’t have the option of being held up prisoner in our homes...Thank God...don’t even think of it. You do whatever makes you feel safe, and lets stop beating that dead horse...

[stadry]

Have no plans to eat inside at any restaurant. I have no concerns about outdoor seating. I get that Desantis is trying to protect the economy in a state that has no income tax but I'm continuing to look out for myself.

that's terrific ! all of us should as opposed to thinking any govt can do it for us,,, hell, they can't even stop robo calls if 1 lists their # on the do not call site

[72lions]

Been going out once or twice a week for past two months and find most are maybe 50% full during the week.

Last Sat at Havana inside was about 50% full and outside maybe 10%.

Had a 6:30 Havana reservation last night. Still had a 20 minute wait.

[lindaelane]

Thai Rubi was still keeping booths not open to seating, so that there was social distance between customers. I support all wearing masks. I also support people being able to eat in restaurants. Some villagers are under 60 - their chance of becoming seriously ill is very, very low and their chance of death is less than one in 10,000, as I understand it. Driving in a car or catching a different disease also poses such risks - there is risk in life, we cannot live a life with zero risk.

So wear a mask to protect others and yourself. That is no great inconvenience, and may even save a life. If you choose to eat out, it is up to you after carefully considering your situation and the practices the restaurant is choosing.


I believe all restaurants should choose masks/face shields for servers - I believe some should restaurants should maintain 50 or 25 percent capacity if they can continue to stay in business with those numbers. I believe some should be able to fill their dining rooms, posting signs that they allow a full restaurant.

Our small businesses and restaurants are so important, and should not be forced out of business when it is possible for the vulnerable to avoid the venues. If your personal health risk is minimal - if you are not among those with conditions that put you at serious risk , then its great to support business. -

Of course, follow all CDC advise for those with your health conditions and in your age group, which includes much extra care with exposure if you are in a vulnerable group. But I am OK with those who have no serious risk going out to dine. (If they live with those who are vulnerable I hope they act appropriately, however, and I hope they wear masks when they cannot socially distance outside the home).

[banjobob]

Have no plans to eat inside at any restaurant. I have no concerns about outdoor seating. I get that Desantis is trying to protect the economy in a state that has no income tax but I'm continuing to look out for myself.

Everyone needs to have your attitude look out for yourself, if you are uncomfortable in a situation take precautions or go home. Those with issues are the most vulnerable.

[Mfrench]

Lopez, I Hop, Eatons Beach and Gators full with social distancing

[swiley]

I was at Sonny’s LSL yesterday and they are still doing inside seating at 50% capacity with thorough sanitizing between diners. All staff wore masks.

[KRM0614]

Maybe it’s the fish smell?:duck:
Yay thanks for being funny reading all this it’s like I’m being lectured to by my parents

[nick demis]

We go put to dinner 2-3x per week. I hope that those that are going to restaurants are tipping generously. If you can afford to go out to dinner, consider that the workers are trying to make a living with 1/2 the number of customers.

[JoMar]

We go out and assume everyone not wearing a mask is dangerous to us so we bypass those places. Plenty of places to eat where management is trying to be cautious. Friends of ours in Orlando has been to a restaurant that had a no mask section. If you come in without a mask you are seated in that section with like minded people, if you come in with a mask you are seated with other like minded people. If you come in a group and you wear a mask and the others in your group don't, they give you choice. Kinda like the no smoking sections of old.....sounds like a viable plan to me.

[merrymini]

Most places are being conscientious and I have been going out to eat and dancing. Thrilled to see things happening again. I have been out about about since early June, back to NJ and back here again. Leaving big tips for staff at restaurants. What restaurants can survive at 50 percent capacity? Some people have to earn a living, in case you have forgotten.

[rmd2]

[QUOTE=lindaelane;1844509]Thai Rubi was still keeping booths not open to seating, so that there was social distance between customers. I support all wearing masks. I also support people being able to eat in restaurants. Some villagers are under 60 - their chance of becoming seriously ill is very, very low and their chance of death is less than one in 10,000, as I understand it. Driving in a car or catching a different disease also poses such risks - there is risk in life, we cannot live a life with zero risk.

So wear a mask to protect others and yourself. That is no great inconvenience, and may even save a life. If you choose to eat out, it is up to you after carefully considering your situation and the practices the restaurant is choosing.

I ate at Thai Ruby today at 4:45 and there was no problem social distancing. Waitresses were wearing face masks/face shields. I felt safe and really enjoyed the panang chicken.

[coffeebean]

We had dinner there last night (Wednesday) indoors and it was very busy.

Were they (Bone Fish) distancing the tables? Do they have their tables close to the booths?

[CFrance]

As of this past week, Pho Saigon still had half of their tables taken out and many feet between tables. Servers wearing masks. It's the only time we've eaten inside at a restaurant since lockdown. First time there. Our plan was to just do takeout if seating was at 100%.

I wonder what restaurants do when Snow Bird season starts. That is their bread-and-butter season.

[Hape2Bhr]

Lopez, I Hop, Eatons Beach and Gators full with social distancing

So... you're doing a bit off driving when you go out to eat.