Title: Say Goodbye to QR-Code Menus: Reclaiming the Joy in Dining It was supposed to revolutionize the dining experience - the QR-code menu, available at the touch of a smartphone. But as restaurants reopen after the pandemic, it seems this innovation has overstayed its welcome. Many restaurateurs, customers, and servers are coming forward to say that it takes away the personal touch and joy of dining. Sitting down at your favorite restaurant used to be an experience that would give you a few moments to disconnect from the rush and stress of everyday life. The friendly server, the warm atmosphere, the tantalizing aroma of the dishes around you - these were the little things that made dining out so special. But with QR-code menus, it seems like we've lost that touch. You pull out your smartphone and are greeted with a screen full of dishes, complete with pictures and descriptions. Sure, it's efficient, but is it really the same? For many servers, QR-code menus are a burden. They're no longer able to connect with their customers, engage in small talk, or make recommendations based on their preferences. Instead, they're asked to stand at a distance and silently watch as customers scroll through the menu on their phones. As for restaurateurs, they're realizing that QR-code menus are turning away customers. Many people are still anxious about using public touchscreens, and they don't want to be glued to their smartphones during their dining experience. Additionally, older customers who may not be as tech-savvy are often left feeling excluded from the experience. It's time to reclaim the joy in dining. Let's ditch the QR-code menus and bring back the personal touch that makes eating out so special. Ask your server for recommendations, engage in small talk, and take in the sights and sounds of the restaurant. Enjoy your meal with the knowledge that a happy server is nearby, ready to offer you a refill or ask about your day. In conclusion, let's say goodbye to the QR-code menu, and welcome back the personal touch of dining. It's time to reclaim this experience that has been such an integral part of human connection for centuries. A dining innovation that once looked like the future has worn out its welcome with many restaurateurs, customers and servers who say it takes the joy out of dining.
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