FULL STORY:  Most Americans have a hard time making it through a meal without pulling out their phones . . . even at a restaurant.  But many of us would gladly give that up, if we got a DISCOUNT.

There’s a new restaurant in Italy that’s trying something cool:  They’re giving diners a FREE BOTTLE OF WINE . . . if you give up your phone when you come in.  They put it in a box, and it’s even locked with a key, which they give to you.

The restaurant is in Verona, and it’s called “Al Condominio.”  They said they wanted to try something new . . . and they thought this would be a fun way to encourage diners to be more present with their companions.

Giving up your phone is OPTIONAL . . . but with a generous perk like a bottle of wine, they say the response has been “very positive,” and most diners are taking them up on the offer.  (The Guardian)