Are you more or less likely to eat at a restaurant that requires indoor diners and staff to be vaccinated or show a negative COVID-19 test?

PBN Staff

August 20, 2021 6:15 am

BENJAMIN SUKLE, CHEF AND OWNER of Providence Oberlin is one of two local restaurant owners that is requiring customers to chose proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. / PBN FILE PHOTO/RUPERT WHITELEY — BENJAMIN SUKLE, CHEF AND OWNER of Providence's Oberlin, is requiring customers to choose proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test. / PBN FILE PHOTO/RUPERT WHITELEY

Some Rhode Island restaurateurs are requiring proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test for anyone who wants to eat indoors. The moves follow similar city-mandated restrictions in New York City that are already facing a legal challenge. Benjamin Sukle on July 29 announced the requirement for his 50-seat Providence restaurant, Oberlin. Fellow James Beard-nominee…