Want to dine outside amid coronavirus? Five things you should keep in mind

Ordering takeout or delivery is still the safest option for getting restaurant food, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

Kolkata, Restaurants, Covid-19
Staff members arrange plates on tables at Krystal Chopstick restaurant after authorities permitted to re-open eateries, during the fifth phase of COVID-19 nationwide lockdown, in Kolkata, Wednesday, June 10, 2020. (PTI)
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Last Updated : Jul 07 2020 | 6:00 PM IST
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It's best to opt for outdoor seating where tables are at least six feet apart.

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Indoor spaces are more risky than outdoor spaces because it might be harder to keep people apart and there's less ventilation, says US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

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Diners should assess what other safety steps the restaurant is taking. Servers should be wearing masks and the restaurant should have a process to ensure people are not congregating too closely while waiting for a table

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Digital or disposable menus and throwaway utensils are also preferable, according to the CDC. Touchless payment options, like those available on your mobile device, are optimal.

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Ordering takeout or delivery is still the safest option for getting restaurant food, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

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First Published: Jul 07 2020 | 5:37 PM IST

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