Barley with Mushrooms and Green Beans

Hearty and healthy, this side dish is begging to be served with a piece of seared meat.

So I normally have no cause to eat out alone, but work’s getting hectic and methinks I’ll need to find a place where I can sit a the bar and order without feeling out of place reading a magazine. Normally, I’d...

Just be glad that you are one of the people who cannot dine alone. I used to get wierd looks in college from peers when i told them i went out to eat by myself but it did not faze me(I was a lot more chowiswh than my friends). I...

Hey hounds, I am wondering – does anyone have a favorite place to eat alone? Maybe a place with an especially friendly bartender/waiter? Prefer a place in downtown, Brookline, or somewhere in between. And prefer to keep cost...

Mother’s for lunch, and my girlfriend and I have dinner reservations at Galatoire’s and I’m calling Peristyle, but what else should I do where it is comfortable to eat alone? Thanks in advance for your help

I Want to Be Alone

When solo diners aren’t looking for company.

I’m travelling through Seoul by myself right now. I’ve heard that it’s uncommon for people to eat alone here, and many restaurants makes dishes for 2, etc. Any strategies for eating alone here? Are certain types...

I am traveling to Paris with my husband but we usually split up during the day to do our own things then meet up for dinner. Last time I was in Paris, I was there alone and found it very uncomfortable eating in a nicer restaurant...

I will be in Leeds for work next week, and I would love suggestions for moderately priced eats and specifically restaurants that are friendly to the single diner—perhaps have bar seating, etc. Thanks much.

Hi! Will be in Chicago for the weekend and am looking for GREAT EATS, but will be dining ALONE. Any suggestions? Will be staying at the Renaissance on State & Whacker Sts. Thanks in advance! - M from California

Hello — I’m a NYC Chowhounder coming to Chicago for a conference next week. On my final night, I will be on my own so wanted to get your suggestions for the best place to eat alone — even at the bar, which I...

I’ll be visiting DC on business and am interested in eating at Komi. Does anyone know if they have a bar area to dine alone?

I’ll be in Midtown next week, and I’m looking for good restaurants to eat alone in. I’m staying on 7th and 27th and would prefer places that are close enough to walk to. Any fun recommendations that aren’t...

not awkward at all. last time i ate at yasuda i was alone. sat in front of one of the other chefs. ate a fantastic meal and there was virtually zero downtime...i was on a tight schedule and he knew i was there for the fish not...

I was at Porterhouse Fri night and I can confirm that the bar scen was lively and perfect for a solo diner. I plan to try the bar area soon. BLT Steak gets a little crowded, but it too has a lively bar scene and may people eat at...