Who orders first at a restaurant?

First things first. Ordering your food abides by that basic rule you’ve probably already been told since you were a kid: women order first. When the server takes orders, they’ll most likely go from oldest female to youngest, and then on to the men.

How do you politely order a restaurant?

When the waiter asks “Are you ready to order?” or “Can I take your order?” If you are ready, you can give your order. Use “I’d like…” or “I’ll have…” to introduce your order and expression “for starter/appetizer” to talk about the first course and “for main course” to talk about the second course of food you will eat.

Is it proper etiquette to stack plates at a restaurant?

Never stack plates. Do it in your home if you like, but do not try to help a waiter by stacking your plates unless you’re in a mall food court and would like to clean up after yourself. Waiters have their own methods for removing and piling plates.

How do I deal with a rude server at a restaurant?

1. Snapping, waving, flailing your arms wildly is really not necessary.   You look like a fool, and you’re only distracting (and annoying) your server while he or she attends to another table. 2. Do not ignore your server.

Is it acceptable to have a party in a restaurant?

No, a restaurant is not a library; of course it’s acceptable to laugh and talk, and plenty of more casual restaurants can even be on the noisy side. But you and your party are not the only ones in the establishment.

Does every restaurant have every type of food?

No restaurant has every type of food, and it really comes down to reading the room. If you’re at a restaurant that clearly does not specialize in, or advertise, vegan options, don’t complain to the servers about the ones they do offer.

What are the most common behaviors in restaurants that are harmful?

If you’re all but yelling or being rowdy, you’re not being respectful of other diners. Another behavior that restaurant workers and patrons alike say is all too common is when parents let their children run around the restaurant and bother other diners. There are playgrounds, museums, and backyards for that.