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“I know a lot of those people and it was nice to hear,” she said.
One patron wrote: “The food was delicious and the terrace was perfect for social distancing!! Shame on those idiots!”
Another: “Don’t let those idiot customers get you down. It happens. We can’t all be nice. I’m looking forward to coming back and enjoying more amazing food.”
Polansky said she apologized to diners seated closest to the disruptive patrons. Usually, her restaurant is “quiet and nice and relaxing and fun,” she told them.
Even after nearly three decades, Polansky still works the floor and is full of ideas for everything from new cocktails to pink masks for the staff.
“I still have passion after all these years,” she said. “I still have that drive. This is not going to get me down.”
On Tuesday afternoon, as she prepared to open at 4 p.m., Polansky was philosophical.
“Other nights aren’t like Sunday,” she said. “I was discouraged on Sunday. Today is a new day.”
