Why Are Restaurants So Loud? Plus the Science Behind the Perfect Playlist

When you go out for a meal, it’s not just what's on your plate that
matters, it's what's in your eardrums, too. From dining rooms so
loud you have to shout to be heard, to playlists that sound like a
generic Millennial Spotify account, it's not surprising that sound
is the single most complained about aspect of restaurants. This
episode, Gastropod explores the science behind the sonic experience
of eating. Are restaurants really getting louder, and, if so, why?
What does it take to create the perfect acoustic environment for
dining? Can restaurateurs design their playlists to make customers
order more or eat faster? Listen in now for the secrets to culinary
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