Takeout is still your best bet.
in Colorado, also recommends picking a spot with outdoor seating, but she added that the key to dining out safely is understanding your personal risks. For example, if you're in a high-risk category or live with someone who is — such as people over 65 or those with a serious underlying medical condition — Dr. Noon advises against going to restaurants at all."But for those who are healthy, it can be accomplished safely with a few extra steps," she told POPSUGAR.
Even if you're not at greater risk of COVID-19, there's always a chance of infection when you're gathered with a large group of people. So, if you do decide to go to a restaurant, precautions should be taken. Both doctors recommend calling the restaurant in advance to get information about the measures they're taking.
Outdoors is ideal because it poses fewer risks. However, if you do dine inside, be vigilant about social distancing and try to find a restaurant where there's ample air flow from open windows. Dr. Noon recommends choosing restaurants that take reservations because that likely means they're taking social distancing seriously.
Dr. Poston stressed the importance of wearing your mask at all times except, of course, when you'll need to take it off to eat. As soon as you leave the restaurant and return to your car, remove the mask using its ear loops, fold it so the outside halves are touching, and put it in a bag."When you get home, wash it," Dr. Poston said.
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