A popular Dim Sum restaurant near my house has chosen to close for at least 10 days. The restaurant had notices displayed inside when I dined there with friends last Saturday. They were 1/2 full for weekend lunch that day vs. normally being full with a waiting line 30 people deep. A week earlier they were nearly deserted.

A local pizzeria has temporarily switched to carryout-only service. I discovered that today when I stopped by for a few slices. I opted to go elsewhere instead as I didn't fancy eating pizza out of a cardboard box in my car.

I hope restaurant closures don't become a widespread phenomenon, either as a matter of law (as in Italy) or as a trend. I work from home, so I look forward to going out for lunch as an enjoyable change of pace & scenery in the middle of the day.