I feel eating dinner at the bar has gone too far.

Lower Township - I feel eating dinner at the bar has gone too far. My husband and I like to have a cocktail at the bar and then eat dinner at a table. However, because so many people have their full course meal spread out along with phones, coats, etc., often there are no seats. Restaurants should serve small plates only at the bar. If you want a full dinner with bread, etc., you should be directed to a table.