Yes, count it both as a lesson and blessing. Always slow down and keep a sharp eye on cars parked to your right.....always. I purposefully try to avoid these venues but sometimes it can't be helped. So I slow down and look hard at the cars, especially looking to see if there is the profile of a head above the steering wheel. Often I just ride in the middle of the lane because on these city streets you can pedal as fast as cars are generally allowed to go. This provides needed clearance.