Here are some tips to ensure a quieter and more pleasant dining experience, according to audiologists polled:
-Sit in tables in alcoves, which provide a barricade against sound waves.
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-Avoid sitting near large parties who tend to talk louder.
-Ask management to turn the music down, even if you get dirty looks. Not only does this reduce overall noise, but it seems to encourage people to talk more softly.
-Look at photos online of the restaurant in advance. No carpet or tablecloths and boxy dimensions add up to a noisier environment and should raise red flags.
Source: Anti-Noise Pollution League.
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