Had an unbelievable restaurant experience today. There’s a place in town that became a favorite almost as soon as it moved into Mint Hill a few years ago. Every time I’ve been thinking about trying it out, the parking lot was full. Today, at 4:45pm, all of the handicap parking spaces were empty! Of course, I pulled in. Before I got out of the van, five more vehicles pulled in. I felt a need to rush in the door.
I was rather surprised by the clientele. Never before have I seen three power wheelchairs (not scooters) in a restaurant at the same time. Then again, I don’t usually dine at a diner at 5:00.
So, while the waitress was taking my order another waitress came over, going, “Ohhh! Isn’t he cute!”
My waitress stopped her and said, “You’re not supposed to pet.” I was shocked! Then to me, “I bet you get that a lot. I bet its really annoying.” I was nodding enthusiastically. By the time my dinner arrived, the waitresses were stopping customers from “harassing the dog.”
You bet I’m going back! Gave my waitress a good tip, too.
Responses to “Diner Dining”
April 14th, 2010 at 10:24 pm
It occurred to me, much too late, to ask if she knows someone with a Service Dog. Or, if she was a puppy raiser.
April 15th, 2010 at 8:30 pm
Jimmie’s — Between Wendy’s, Lowes Foods, and the ABC store. Food is good and affordable. Be sure to tell them the woman in the wheelchair with the dog sent you.
April 14th, 2010 at 9:44 pm
Wow! Excellent!
We’ll go there the next time I come over. Gives me another reason to get back to training Mike.