6 Restaurant Red Flags To Avoid On Valentine’s Day
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It's infamous for being the worst night of the year to dine out, but it doesn't have to be.
Valentine’s Day is notoriously one of the worst days to dine out — ask any chef, and they’ll confirm — overpriced prix fixe menus, rushed service from overworked kitchen and front-of-house staff, and every couple in the city fighting for that coveted 7:30 p.m. reservation. It’s the perfect storm for a less-than-stellar dining experience.
But despite its reputation, if you’re partnered up, there’s often pressure to make a night of it. If you can’t avoid eating out this Valentine’s Day, at least don’t have the worst meal of the year. Watch out for these six red flags before booking that table.
And it’s not all doom and gloom; we’ve left you with a few tips to find the perfect spot for a memorable dinner, no lukewarm entrees or food poisoning involved.
1. Valentine’s Day ‘Specials’
Special occasions call for special dishes — Champagne on New Year’s Eve, birthday cake for a celebration. But let’s be real: Your local chain doesn’t usually serve fresh oysters, and that sushi spot isn’t known for its chocolate-covered strawberries.
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