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Lunch is the one part of the work day when your time is yours, so why not make the most of it? Instead of staying in the break room to eat your meal, reap the benefits of inviting a coworker or two to join you at a restaurant. Below are three top reasons you’ll want to make it part of your daily routine.

Why You Should Go to a Restaurant for Lunch on a Work Day

1. Light Exercise

If you have a job that requires a lot of sitting, then try to work some light exercise into your meal break. Going out gives you the chance to walk out to your car or all the way to the restaurant, stimulating circulation and loosening tense muscles. It also boosts your energy, naturally shaking off your midday fatigue without the use of caffeine or stimulants.

2. Change of Scenery

Staying at your office to eat lunch keeps you in an environment your brain associates with work, making it difficult to truly take a mental break. Choosing to dine out puts you in a new environment and signals to your brain that work time is over. A change of scenery can also reset and recharge your mood, as the different environment will perk you up and stimulate your mind.

3. Coworker Bonding

lunchGoing out with acquaintances from work allows you to enjoy socialization without the pressure of the boss being nearby. You’ll be able to strengthen your bond with your favorite coworker, interacting with them in a social rather than a professional setting. Plus, if you invite several coworkers, the group dining experience will further enhance your mood and give you the opportunity to forge new friendships with more people. 

4. Fresher, Better Food

One of the more obvious benefits of dining out is the quality and freshness of the food. If you don’t dine out, then your other options are eating food that you made that morning or the night before, which has been sitting in a container all day; or, buying food from the break room, which likely isn’t nutritious or satisfying. Going out allows you to enjoy high-quality food that’s been freshly made for you, which can be healthier and more delicious.

 

This July, satisfy your lunch cravings at Beffa’s in St. Louis, MO. An iconic St. Louis eatery for over 100 years before closing in 2011, Beffa’s is thrilled to announce that they’re reopening at the same location to once again provide incomparable meals and five-star service. With dinner, drinks, group dining accommodations, and live music on the weekends, they’ll ensure an exceptional experience every visit. Call them at (314) 698-7669 to inquire about availability and dining options once opened.

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