By Tom Eastman
The Conway Daily Sun
CONWAY — Al fresco dining returned Monday to the valley.
Merlino’s Family Steakhouse owner Rick Luciano checks on customers Neysa Packard of Tamworth (left) and Sascha Blacke of Jackson as they enjoy outdoor dining at the North Conway restaurant on Monday. Eateries reported steady traffic on the first day of reopening. (Jamie Gemmiti photo)
“I was a little nervous going into it yesterday, but it went great,” said Terry O’Brien, general manager/ co-owner of the Red Parka Steakhouse and Pub in Glen.
Under Gov. Chris Sununu’s new “Stay at Home 2.0” guidelines, restaurants, which had been limited to takeout and delivery, may serve food under an outdoor dining plan that limits seating to diners who have made reservations. Tables must be 6 feet apart, and no more than six people are allowed at a table.
Like other local restaurants that have reopened under the state guidelines, the Red Parka is now featuring outdoor service on its patio.
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