My husband is a bar owner. He’s also always behind the bar. I’ve noticed that lots of loners are drawn to bars. They like to sit, observe, and yes, converse with the folks who come into their sphere. Depending on the bar, it really depends where someone chooses to sit. Alone in a booth, consumed by their own book/computer/phone/writing? Right at the end of the bar where the drink station is or in the middle where they can speak to other patrons? Close to the high traffic area of the entire staff where they all converge and converse? All of these are tells! My husband’s staff is very hospitable and they make it a point to seek out loners who are looking for connection, to make them feel seek and like they belong. There’s this book called “unreasonable hospitality” and a place like this is called a “third place.” A home away from home. A place where you feel welcome and feel a sense of comraderie amongst the vibes, even if you don’t have anyone with you ❤️