[Jolly Well]

You also want to be aware of the negative side of table-hopping. Many customers don't want table side entertainment and I've found many performers have a hard time being told "no."

I actually make it a point to avoid performing establishments when I'm out for dinner normally - although i will go to support other magicians occassionally.

Most recent example of this was a performer asking if table wanted to see a trick - Male patron says no and the clown won't let it go; I later discovered he thought the guy was just shy and wanted to try to open him up - in the end the situation exploded and customer wasn't happy = management isn't happy = unemployment line for performers.....

Also (as always) make sure you have a solid line-up. Restaurant magic is tough and you'll have to deal with angles. Maybe not so much with clowning, I've never done it. But a poor routine can lead to firing and an unwillingness of the restaurant to hire future employers.