https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/delmonicos-womens-lunch

Delmonico’s was the first restaurant to introduce fine-dining to NYC, but it was also a place where women made a political statement. At that time, women weren’t allowed in these establishments without an accompanying male or without the assumption of them being prostitutes. Delmonico’s allowed women to come and dine during lunch.

Question- How has the importance of fine-dining restaurants impacted NYC ?