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Jazzlike_Breadfruit9 t1_j8sxdjf wrote

Reply to comment by sparksofthetempest in Max and Erma’s - Cranberry Township Location. Last day of operations is 02/25/2023 by DarkLuc1d1ty

A lot of middle class eateries, especially chain ones aren’t that great. Covid gave people a chance to stop and ask themselves why they are wasting money at Panera. I personally either eat out either when I find a good deal (normally cheaper than making it myself) or because I want quality, not middle of the road stuff.

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69FunnyNumberGuy420 t1_j8szf0x wrote

I haven't eaten in a restaurant since March 7th, 2020 (Wings Suds & Spuds). I have lost over twenty-five pounds and saved enough money to pay our student loans off early.

 
There will always be destination restaurants for special occasions, but it wouldn't be the worst thing for America if all the Max & Ermas, Paneras, and Applebees went away.

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AmishAirline t1_j8t4je3 wrote

Going out with some crispy xtra-hot garlic wings is not a bad way to go. Good choice for last meal!

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69FunnyNumberGuy420 t1_j8t87cg wrote

I miss WS&S and I miss Max's Allegheny Tavern, that's about it.

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AmishAirline t1_j8u5qcy wrote

Man. . .as someone who lives in Moon and used to work on the Northside, I'm pretty sure we've crossed paths. Two of my favorite spots!

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69FunnyNumberGuy420 t1_j8ugfjb wrote

I've got a lot of love for Max's. If I lived closer I'd be incredibly fat. Cheese / sausage platter would be my undoing.

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StoshBalls_3636 t1_j8t2odv wrote

Congrats on the weight loss and taking the money you saved to pay off your student loans early! I bet the combination of the weight loss and no student loans payments is better than the best burger you ever had out at a restaurant.

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junior_emo_mcgee t1_j8t69dr wrote

What do you do when your friends or family suggest a night out at a restaurant to catch up? That is really the only reason I go out to eat anymore.

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69FunnyNumberGuy420 t1_j8t77au wrote

Takeout or they come over for dinner. We cook for nearly every meal.
 
The end goal of capitalism is to take your human experiences and rent them back to you, we're at the point now where people think socialization can only take place on commercial real estate. It's wild.

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LostEnroute t1_j8v3127 wrote

I like privately owned establishments as a semi-regular in my neighborhood. Knowing and liking who provides the service or cooks the food and having that basic relationship is pretty important to a healthy urban lifestyle.

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Dancing_Hitchhiker t1_j8y24l4 wrote

Same, one of the big reasons I live in the city. I like walking to spots and seeing people I know with ease.

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LostEnroute t1_j8v2g5j wrote

>I haven't eaten in a restaurant since March 7th, 2020

Does this count even diners? Sounds sad as fuck, and that's coming from someone who still masks for indoor public settings without food or drink.

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69FunnyNumberGuy420 t1_j8v3eu7 wrote

It's sad as fuck if you think life isn't worth living without restaurants, our dining culture in this country is fucking bizarre.
 
My wife and I went from eating out all the time to cycling and hiking. It's fine. We aren't missing anything. The french fries don't need us, and we don't need them.

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ejcpc17888 t1_j8tqgg7 wrote

Yep I'm either getting bar food and just enjoying being out or going all out for a treat. It's pointless to spend $30 on microwaved food and a drink.

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da_london_09 t1_j8wk9bf wrote

People realizing that your standard chain Redapplechilibees are pretty fucking bland or else taste like you're eating a salt-lick.

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