Meanwhile, the other patrons, the ones who aren't packing cellphones, are jarred by the ringing and its associated dread of yet another loud conversation. Repasts has listed well-argued points of view from patrons, managers and servers. Needless to say, the patrons will have the proverbial last word in these arenas by simply taking their business elsewhere if their demands aren't met. Repasts' analysis of patron complaints reveals that surprise is the common thread. This indicates that disclosure up front is the only way to serve up the ounce of prevention that avoids the ugly scenes at the end of what should have been a pleasant meal.
Many restaurants do have fine print in an obscure part of the menu.
That's why Repasts is pleased to see a prominent, well-worded disclosure that spells out the restaurant's policies succinctly. So it's with great surprise that Repasts can report favorably on the chardonnay of a new line of wines from an old producer, Sonoma's Frei Brothers Winery. Repasts repeatedly is disappointed in chardonnays in this price range, but not this one. In the mouth, the chardonnay flavor continues, with the alcohol balanced and braced by a level of acidity that's truly refreshing. It will appeal both to fans of California chardonnays and those of us who are tired of them.