Efficient Lines and Impatient Waiters

Seinfeld WaitersWe've all sat down in anticipation of a long chat with an old friend and some scrumptious grub only to be told by a scrawny waiter with an unapologetic grin we can only lounge for an hour because it's peak hours or we've been offered the check before the dessert menu. You may hate the rush to get you out the door, but wait until you experience begging for a check. While some prefer hours in cafes unbothered after your espresso has been downed three hours ago, we miss the efficient checkout lines, bag and go, check and split atmosphere of NYC's culinary institutions. [Photo via]
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