Covid is just the excuse they use for not eating indoors. They use it when it's convenient and forget about it when its not. Not eating indoors is more about them filming, which I'm sure is easier and less annoying to others outside, and Jacksons behavior. We only see what they show us so we never see Jacksons meltdowns. Jen has alluded to him not doing well in restaurants a few times and probably think its less annoying to others being outside if he throws a tantrum. Has nothing to do with covid.