Plus keep in mind, the waitstaff really count on the tips during the meals. If you take up a table and only have a cocktail your bill we be low. A low bill like that means less revenue for the restaurant, but more importantly,a very small tip for the waitstaff. Taking up a table for a soft beverage wouldn't really be fair. If you want to experience these restaurants how about having a cocktail and a couple of appys to share at least? Otherwise you can bring your drink from the Catina outside into the Mexican pavillion and walk around or sit on the bench by the restaurant and soak up the atmosphere.