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[_Ryo_]

All the time.

 

[wandering]

Just bring a book or something.

 

[FUME5]

No one cares.

 

[Tobor]

I dont get when people make threads about eating alone or going to a public venue alone. Do they really care about what strangers think? And its been said but needs to be reiterated......NO ONE CARES.

The irony is that people who cant or dont want to eat alone are the ones with the actual issue.

 

[HazySaiyan]

Not being comfortable being alone almost seems more lonely to me...you do you but you may want to get through that mindset

I'm OK with being alone, I actually quite like my alone time, I guess I just see going to a proper restaurant as a social thing rather than just getting some food. I'll go get a burger when I'm out and about on my own.

I could never go see a movie on my own either. Again. it's my hangup and there's absolutely nothing wrong with it. I know I'm being the weird one here

 

[hogendaz85]

What a weird thing to get all self conscious about. I eat alone a lot! Who cares. I wouldn't put any more thought or worry into it, it's a very normal thing.

 

[old manatee]

People who are just blanketly saying that no one cares if you are eating alone probably live in a city.

 

[MilkBeard]

I still don't get this stigma. I've eaten alone many times and enjoyed it.

 

[Randy Monk]

I'd rather eat food off the floor like a dirty animal than eat at a restaurant alone.

 

[CaviarMeths]

I could never go see a movie on my own either. Again. it's my hangup and there's absolutely nothing wrong with it. I know I'm being the weird one here

The only thing wrong with going to see a movie alone is that you have no one to share the misery of a bunch of loud teenagers taking up the entire row behind you.

 

[massoluk]

It is called being hungry and have a just a bare minimum level of understanding that no one give a fuck you eat alone.

 

[yongeandcollege]

Many times. It's all good.

 

[jono51]

All the time on business trips. Nothing weird about it.

 

[Wyndstryker]

Many times. Sometimes you're just hungry and the only place you're interested in is the restaurant. Or you want to try a place out and see if they're good. Nothing wrong going to a restaurant on your own. A paying customer is a paying customer, the restaurant doesn't mind at all.

 

[_Ryo_]

People who are just blanketly saying that no one cares if you are eating alone probably live in a city.

I live in a rural area. No one cares.

 

[MicH]

It's only as weird or awkward as you make it. No one around will give a damn

 

[WoodWERD]

Goyourownroad, ay?

 

[Moose Biscuits]

You'll probably be fine, OP, it nearly isn't as big a deal as you'd think. At most I'd suggest you check the website of the place you're visiting to make sure they don't have a no singles policy in place (if they don't have a website check the menu before you go in). It can be embarrassing to be turned away once you're actually inside.

 

[gamz]

Quite a bit. I actually prefer my lunches at work by myself.

Even the people eating with people are all own their phones anyway.

 

[Shadowhelper]

It's London man. You have all sorts of people. Eating alone isn't unusual at all.

Please don't eat at a McDonalds. You're going to be at the west end. It's probably one of the best places in the world to eat. Go eat something nice. Walk around soho.

With night tube now on, its one of the coolest places in the world.

I had some Belgium food in central on my own a couple days ago. GF isn't always with me, and I don't like eating at home alone. So I'll always go to a cool restaurant on my own.

 

[psynergylover]

the fact the the OP has a always sunny in Philadelphia avatar makes this even more funny!

 

[Abilidebob]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but didn't we have this exact same thread before with the exact same OP or is this sense of deja vu some glitch in my mind? Am I being gaslighted?

 

[teruterubozu]

I still don't get this stigma. I've eaten alone many times and enjoyed it.

There is no stigma.

 

[Alter_Fridge]

I'm posting from Denny's right now on my own

 

[Alpha_eX]

Eating alone is great, not sure why people are so hung up. Get over yourselves and enjoy some good food, nice to have time to yourself every now and then.

 

[HStallion]

Its threads like these that make me, someone with Asperger's, feel a lot better about myself as I feel far better adjusted as a result. How do some of you get through the week?

 

[Usobuko]

I have probably dine alone 100+ times this year if you include lunch and dinner.

I really like the comfort of choosing my desired restaurants / cafes for lunch as well as venturing to somewhat exotic foreign food cuisine serve in my country.

People who fear dining alone are like the same kind that feels awkward standing in the train not using his phones or doing anything.

What's the fear for?

 

[Fbh]

People around you you will not give a crap.
I've done that several times during solo trips and there is nothing weird about it.

I did feel like ass some times because I spent most of my time at the restaurant on the phone. But during a vacation it's the perfect time to use the free WiFi to write to friends and family, plan the day, buy tickets for attractions, etc

 

[PuppetSlave]

Well I wouldn't go an fancy restaurant alone. Just because it would feel like an waste. The ambiance is part of what you paying for and without anyone to share that with, I just don't value it enough. Would just go to an cheaper place or buy takeout + snacks somewhere and pig out in the hotel room in your situation. But actually embarrassed? No

 

[Machine]

Not only do I dine in restaurants alone, I also occasionally go to movies and attend concerts BY MYSELF!

 

[Doc_Drop]

I'd rather eat food off the floor like a dirty animal than eat at a restaurant alone.

Haha,what?

/s I hope

 

[Snaku]

Just bring some Tolstoy and hog the table all night.

 

[Narroo]

but I was wondering as anyone eaten at a restaurant on their own? How was it? Were you embarrassed

Yeah, all the time. Do people really need baby sitters to go eat?

 

[Porcile]

Some restaurants are more suitable than others. Find those ones.

 

[Superflat]

Eating socially is great for catching up and enjoying each others company, but I also enjoy eating by myself as well. I'll just bring a book or catch up on news while enjoying the food at my own pace, and I'm more likely to splurge at a nicer restaurant P:

Not only do I dine in restaurants alone, I also occasionally go to movies and attend concerts BY MYSELF!

I never understood the stigma against doing that, I do all those things too lol. Especially the movies. Do I need someone I know to sit next to me in silence for 2 hours to enjoy a film?

 

[OmnipotentO]

Yeah. I do that. Should I feel weird about it? Am I weird? 🤔

 

[Donos]

Not only do I dine in restaurants alone, I also occasionally go to movies and attend concerts BY MYSELF!

You fucking monster.

 

[massoluk]

Well I wouldn't go an fancy restaurant alone. Just because it would feel like an waste. The ambiance is part of what you paying for and without anyone to share that with, I just don't value it enough. Would just go to an cheaper place or buy takeout + snacks somewhere and pig out in the hotel room in your situation. But actually embarrassed? No

My colleague's goal while in NYC was to visit all 3-Star Michelin. He went in alone in a bunch of them in a suit and tie.

 

[sfedai0]

Well I wouldn't go an fancy restaurant alone. Just because it would feel like an waste. The ambiance is part of what you paying for and without anyone to share that with, I just don't value it enough. Would just go to an cheaper place or buy takeout + snacks somewhere and pig out in the hotel room in your situation. But actually embarrassed? No

I feel sorry that you would rather pass on a chance to experience something amazing because youre alone.

 

[entremet]

Yep. Although it's rare for me outside of travel for business or pleasure.

This is the life of those who do a lot of business travel.

Eat at the bar. That makes it easier.

 

[Costa Kid]

I eat breakfast and lunch alone sometimes in cafes/restaurants. I just read my books, use my iPad, do college work, or just sit there and relax. It’s not that bad. Although I’d much much rather company.

 

[Fred-87]

Yes i did. Also didnt used my phone. Didnt feel the need to 'be busy'. Was just eating and looking around taking in the scenery and thinking about random stuff. Was nice time and good food.

 

[oxrock]

Just bring something to keep yourself occupied, it can be quite boring otherwise.

 

[FUME5]

People who are just blanketly saying that no one cares if you are eating alone probably live in a city.

I only eat alone when I'm staying overnight in small country towns.

No-one gives a shit.

 

[Zen_Arcade]

People who are just blanketly saying that no one cares if you are eating alone probably live in a city.

I live in a suburb and people still don't care. People notice the strangers around them a lot less than people think.

 

[III-V]

may be time to start living up to 'aygomyownroad' instead of caring what people will think as you eat in a restaurant alone.

 

[Auto-Reply]

I do it all the time and see other people doing it all the time, why would you be embarrassed by that? ... In my case it's that my 3 supermodel girlfriends are often away, working overseas so I have a bit of time for myself.

 

[crisdecuba]

No one cares, as long as you don’t intensely people-watch.

 

[Monkeyball]

Just put your anime pillow in the other chair.

 

[red731]

I still don't get this stigma. I've eaten alone many times and enjoyed it.

This.
You have time for yourself. Do whatever.