Personally, I am almost uncontrollably annoyed when I have taken the time to be out with someone and they spend 3/4 of our time together on their phone or they are constantly checking it as if I lack the ability to hold their interest.  I have heard of some other restaurants offering a "No Cell" discount before and I am thinking that we will be hearing more as time goes on.  Most recently a northwest Iowa restaurant is offering its customers an incentive to put away their cellphones and talk to each other. Sneaky's Chicken promises a 10 percent discount to customers who give up their cellphones while eating dinner at the restaurant.

The owner came up with the idea after they noticed a decline in conversation among customers who seemed preoccupied with their cellphones. I somehow imagine that enjoying your company more you will enjoy your meal more, or maybe he's just a control freak. I think it is a great idea. What do you think?

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