That is true and not just there. We live in such an unsanitary world.
Oh, I didn't mean the menu, I was referring to the picture I took. My dinner looked so much better than that, but, when I looked back at the picture, I couldn't even figure out what it was! LOL Yes, interesting menu. :)
We rarely eat out except when traveling. Not a huge fan of restaurants, although I used to love going out once upon a time, long a go found our food at home more to my liking. Perhaps when food started being frozen, prepared ingredients, and tasting the same as each other. Most have gone downhill in food, price, and service, and I don't even like to think about their hygiene. I actually soak in salt water to rinse. Even though it is organic, the bugs and pesticides are something I don't want to feed myself or my family.
I rinse the meat, but, never think about soaking it. Thanks for that! One can never be too careful!
Used to love eating out many years ago, still have one or two places where the kitchens are superbly clean, get to know the owners who normally show you their preparation regiment.
Of late way too expensive, I can buy and cook different tasting meals from an array of countries in my own kitchen knowing the proper preparation has been done.
With power outages the fridges are on/off daily one has to be extra careful all the time.