The most substantial change within restaurants is technology advancement, especially the use of mobile phones within this environment – a staggering 42% of people admit to checking their phones whilst dining.
This increase in phone usage within restaurant environments have reduced face-to-face conversations and have a negative effect on closeness, connection and conversation quality.
If you’ve been looking for an excuse to go out for dinner, it’s been known that social interaction within restaurants lowers blood pressure, reduces the risk of obtaining dementia and provides longer life expectancies. Therefore, next time you visit one of our restaurants, leave your phone in your pocket and be sure to enjoy good food, company and most importantly, great interior design!