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Dave in VA

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13. So true, sometimes they are the worst offenders!

Reply to Nittersing (Reply #12)

Fri Nov 28, 2025, 08:01 AM

Friday

I've had to leave restaurants when the wait staff take a break outside to smoke and then load up on the smelly stuff to try and cover up the smell and then pop over to your table the see if you need something! BOING! Instant migraine.

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