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bdurden said:
DC is repurposing Union Station and eliminating much of the food / retail outlets. Boston can follow suit.
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What why why why

Am I the only person who wants to get to the train station early and have something to eat while I wait?

Last time I waited 20 minutes in line for the only place that was open, McDonalds. I struggle to believe there's no demand for food.
 
kdmc said:
What why why why

Am I the only person who wants to get to the train station early and have something to eat while I wait?

Last time I waited 20 minutes in line for the only place that was open, McDonalds. I struggle to believe there's no demand for food.
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Agreed. I think SS desperately needs more and better food/bar options.
 
kdmc said:
What why why why

Am I the only person who wants to get to the train station early and have something to eat while I wait?

Last time I waited 20 minutes in line for the only place that was open, McDonalds. I struggle to believe there's no demand for food.
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My guess is that quick serve food uses encourage loitering by non-travelers.
 
Grand Central food concourse is separated from the main concourse in the lower level or along the perimeter in areas that do not obstruct passenger flow.

I intentionally avoid lingering at SS due to the claustrophobic interior. The evolution of North Station is much more pleasant and conducive to lingering around while waiting for your train.
 
That's true. With that in mind... South Station has "restaurants" off to the side of the concourse, but it also has food kiosks in the middle which mess up the flow and openness. If they would concentrate the food options to the sides and leave the majority of the middle open for waiting passengers, it would be a big improvement given the space currently available. Short-term fix in lieu of building a new concourse, but it would be an improvement.
 
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