| Restaurants typically place parallel tables along banquettes at 12 inches apart or less, but research led by Stephani K. A. Robson of Cornell shows that patrons—including those who are used to busy restaurants—feel awkward being so close to their neighbors. Even at a spacious 24 inches apart, parallel tables were seen as crowded and uncomfortable by 35% of people responding to the researchers' survey. Restaurant owners like tight table spacings because they shorten the dining cycle without affecting spending. |
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