Front Door Restaurant Rule

A discussion about how men tend to think tactically about their surroundings and security, particularly in public spaces.

The Front Door Rule

• Men often have an instinctive need to see the front door when dining out
• Sam's rule: "Sam's back does not sit to the front door"
• Need to monitor who enters and exits the space
• Part of masculine protective instincts

Tactical Awareness Patterns

• Constantly assessing surroundings for potential threats or scenarios
• Common male behaviors include:
  • Evaluating escape routes in new spaces
  • Assessing security vulnerabilities (e.g., noticing lack of security at baggage claim)
  • Planning defensive scenarios (e.g., imagining how to handle threats)
• Examples of tactical thinking:
  • Shaan: Evaluates how to rob places when entering them
  • John's friend: Imagines fighting ninjas coming through doors and windows
  • Sam: Frequently thinks about historical crisis scenarios (9/11, WWII)

Psychological Aspects

• Described as "masculine daydreaming"
• Related to Scott Galloway's quote about exercise:
  • Should be able to "kill and eat most everyone in a room"
  • Or be able to outrun them
• Appears to be a common male trait regardless of background
• Combines protective instincts with tactical planning

Cultural Context

• These behaviors often manifest regardless of actual threat level
• Seems to be an inherent male characteristic rather than learned behavior
• Combines both practical security awareness and imaginative scenario planning