In most cases if that was the fact that they were outside, the Bartender will usually have their running tab in a cup or glass in front of the seats at the edge of the bar (on Bartenders side) regardless if they had belongings on bar or chair(s).
They may not necessarily have a drink or food at the time. Same if they went to the restroom.
I am not taking either side, just offering info (insight) as to how most Bartenders run the bar seating
