[KeepUSfree]

Because you CHOSE to go to a eatery that allows smoking. Don't like it - don't go. And, BTW - I have NEVER smoked. The smell makes me nauseous. But, I will still defend anyones right to smoke. It's called freedom.
No, you don't have the right to force everybody else to comply with your personal preferences. I may not like your shampoo. Maybe the trees in your yard give me allergies....can I cut them all down???

[kcvl]

Then why are you all whining about the decision made by Applebee's? Do you think it is your "RIGHT" to blow smoke in someone's face? That's why many of us do stay away from places who allow people to smoke. If any of you want to suck on a cancer stick go ahead. Besides burning your vocal chords to a crisp and sounding like a frog it's not a pretty sight to die trying to gasp for air.

[Paved Paradise]

Okay, wise guy - now give me a list of all the restaurants that do not allow smoking. I know of none in Ohio. None. If you happen to have a large group of smokers in a place that you happen to be patronizing, you are screwed.