I go out to eat not only because I'm hungry, but because it's a social activity. Having a smoke-free environment to socialize enhances the experience, in my opinion.

Where are all the non-smokers? They were supposed to be coming out in droves for the smoke free enviroment. It's been just over a month of the ban and local bar owners are already hurting by the loss of business.

While I have very mixed feelings regarding the law itself - hard to stomach laws that have government telling businesses how to conduct themselves with regards to otherwise LEGAL activities - I love working in and more importantly going out to enjoy myself(eating, socializing, watching a game, whatever) in a smoke free environment!

My wife and I go out several times a week to have dinner, "do" happy hour or just grab a lovely thirst-quenching beverage after a run at the dog park with Quincy and his little sister, Roxxi.

Since October 1st, we now go out more, stay longer...spend more money closer to home here in Scott County than driving up to Hennepin or Ramsey Counties. While we don't like our closer to the city spots less, we definitely enjoy our now smoke free options here in Scott County much more and try to support these establishments by spending our time and money closer to home!

Thanks for letting this bartender share his point of view!

Well I haven't got the chance to go there but I sure appreciate the initiative. Even though I am a smoker I am not proud of it and I am struggling to give up. It's actually even harder than I expected, so if you guys have the chance, don't start smoking.
Narconon Vista Bay