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Why ban phones in restaurants?

Restaurants are banning phones to improve the dining experience. The idea is that without digital distractions, customers will engage more with their companions and the food, leading to a more enjoyable and memorable visit. This push for 'digital detox' aims to foster genuine human connection, which some believe has been lost in the age of constant connectivity.

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