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In a totally automobile-centered society, this is a natural consequence. A restauant situated in an area without easy access for cars and without a large parking lot would not get many customers except for the people living nearby. People don’t want to see the cars of others, but they want to go everywhere by car. There are cities with large pedestrian-only areas and easy accessibility by public transportation and bicycles. This came up in Europe in the 1970s. But they are not so often in the US. Portland, SF, NYC and Boston are above average, but in the South or Midwest or cities like Phoenix and LA, you need a car to be able to live a normal life.
HarryCK over 5 years ago
How stupid is it to have outdoor dining next to vehicle traffic ?
Anathema Premium Member over 5 years ago
I’m the same way with my convertible. I leave the top down for fresh air but end up getting more traffic fumes.
Diat60 over 5 years ago
Sounds like the patios in Byward Market in Ottawa.
Spock over 5 years ago
In a totally automobile-centered society, this is a natural consequence. A restauant situated in an area without easy access for cars and without a large parking lot would not get many customers except for the people living nearby. People don’t want to see the cars of others, but they want to go everywhere by car. There are cities with large pedestrian-only areas and easy accessibility by public transportation and bicycles. This came up in Europe in the 1970s. But they are not so often in the US. Portland, SF, NYC and Boston are above average, but in the South or Midwest or cities like Phoenix and LA, you need a car to be able to live a normal life.