I absolutely hate eating inside restaurants. I don’t know what its like to just go out to eat normally. 

I have a severe nut allergy and anaphylaxis phobia which is the main reason why. But even when I know the place is nut free I still find the thought of potential reaction, large amounts of people, dim lighting, and loud environment very anxiety inducing. I end up feeling trapped, lightheaded, spacey, tight throat, and just uncomfortable. I much prefer to get takeout and sit at the beach or something like that. 

My SO of 2 years loves to eat at restaurants and it’s a big thing for her which is hard for me because I can’t even if I try. I end up having to leave with her extremely upset and frustrated. She’s known this for a while now but still let’s me know it’s what she wants in a relationship. I wish she was more understanding but she says the same about me too. Not sure what to do but maybe were just too different. 

Does anyone have any advice for combating this restaurant issue.