Steve Eslinger wrote:Nice write up, thanks. I'll be honest, I have avoided it ever since I saw a photo on this site of their assembled staff, crowded shoulder-to-shoulder, with I think one person wearing a mask. That really concerned me. Any feedback on their COVID protocols? Seeing that they have a fairly large patio has made me somewhat willing to give them a try. I do love Cuban food.
Nathaniel C wrote:Steve, the staff were all wearing masks when we were there. There were a couple of patrons who did not don their masks when leaving. No disposable menus or disposable utensils, although those are not things that concern me in terms of risk. Tables appeared to be appropriately distanced, but even so, the fact that they appeared to be near capacity concerned me. I’d definitely try to get an outdoor table next time.
Robin, the pushback does not appear to have discouraged people from coming. I’m reserving judgment, as, according to the restaurant’s story, they were presented with unreasonable demands and then threatened if they did not comply. Demanding that a restaurant (which operates on very thin margins, even before the challenges of COVID) donate a percentage of its revenue to a social cause may be a good reason for the restaurant to get upset.
Robin Garr wrote:That, and also the owner's angry pushback against BLM.
Steve Eslinger wrote:Robin Garr wrote:That, and also the owner's angry pushback against BLM.
Yes, that was a bit of unpleasantness. But, I have mixed thoughts about it because I can see some validity to both sides. I'm torn, so I guess I choose to let that be less of a factor in my consideration of the place.
SilvioM wrote:Steve Eslinger wrote:Robin Garr wrote:That, and also the owner's angry pushback against BLM.
Yes, that was a bit of unpleasantness. But, I have mixed thoughts about it because I can see some validity to both sides. I'm torn, so I guess I choose to let that be less of a factor in my consideration of the place.
Not to get political, but you can disagree with a tactic and still agree with the overall cause, which is where I'm at. I've not been to this place, but I'm not going to avoid a restaurant organization that employs an almost entirely non-white staff. Getting a bit latte liberal for my tastes. Back to food...
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