Honestly most of this is tinfoil hat level. I just agree on:
> Dining out is one of the few places where I can get away from computers"
if I go to a restaurant it's to be with people, not phones.
Physical menus are way better because they're bigger, more personal (the choice of the materials give a strong feeling for the vibe of the restaurant), more engaging and playful (it's easier to finger point stuff to the people you're with on a menu). All these are strong arguments in favor of a physical menu, there's no need to invent weird conspiracies around QR code menus.
> Dining out is one of the few places where I can get away from computers"
if I go to a restaurant it's to be with people, not phones.
Physical menus are way better because they're bigger, more personal (the choice of the materials give a strong feeling for the vibe of the restaurant), more engaging and playful (it's easier to finger point stuff to the people you're with on a menu). All these are strong arguments in favor of a physical menu, there's no need to invent weird conspiracies around QR code menus.