Most Americans have a hard time making it through a meal without pulling out their phones, even at a restaurant. But many of us would gladly give that up, if we got a discount.
There’s a new restaurant in Italy that’s trying something cool: They’re giving diners a free bottle of wine, if you give up your phone when you come in. They put it in a box, and it’s even locked with a key, which they give to you.
The restaurant is in Verona, and it’s called “Al Condominio.” They said they wanted to try something new, and they thought this would be a fun way to encourage diners to be more present with their companions.
Giving up your phone is optional, but with a generous perk like a bottle of wine, they say the response has been “very positive,” and most diners are taking them up on the offer.
I’d love to see this catch on. I’d be willing to do this for ANY discount, but a free appetizer or side would attract plenty of people.
