Make reservations

Make reservations. This cuts down on waiting & hunger time at restaurant%2C as well as drinks at the bar.” – direct link

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Tipping

Remember the amount you tip should reflect the total price before any coupons or gift certificates. – direct link

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Reservations

Honor restaurant reservations or cancel them on time. People should treat reservations as important commitments. – direct link

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Dividing the check

Always assume that if you’re dining in a group of more than 6 people%2C that the check is going to be divided evenly.” – direct link

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Loud Noises

Loud eating noises such as slurping and burping are very impolite. The number one sin of dinner table etiquette. – direct link

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when to eat

At tables with 8 or fewer%2C begin eating only after all other guests are served & the host has started to eat.” – direct link

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RSVPing

RSVP within 3 days of receiving invitation%2C or if no invitation sent ask what to expect & how many will attend.” – direct link

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table manners

When at a dinner party or restaurant%2C proper table manners dictate that you taste your food before seasoning it.” – direct link

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An observent diner

Being an observant diner & picking up cues from your host will enable you to avoid 95% of embarrassing situations. – direct link

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Excusing yourself

When going to the restroom%2C it isn’t necessary to say where you’re going-a simple Excuse me; I’ll be right back”" – direct link

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tasting someone else’s meal

When tasting another’s meal either hand your fork to person%2Cor hold your plate toward her to put morsel on edge” – direct link

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Practice table manners

The best way to acquire proper table manners is to practice them at every meal; make them a habit, teach them to your children, and when you need them they will be there.

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Dining etiquette

Placing your elbows on the table while the meal is in progress should be avoided; however, there is nothing wrong with putting them on the table during a conversation between meals and during coffee or tea.

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Taking small portions

It is bad form to find you can only eat half the food on your plate and that your excess caused a fellow guest to miss out on the dish entirely.

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