Restaurant etiquette is the rules of conduct in prestigious establishments, accumulated over the years. Recently, young men and women in shorts and flip flops can be found in restaurants. But if this is not a friendly get-together, but a business meeting, it is important to remind yourself of a few important rules.
Instructions
Step 1
Appearance
A visit to an expensive restaurant presupposes evening dress, impeccably neat and ironed. Hats and outerwear are removed in the lobby, if there are bulky bags and bags, they should also be left in the cloakroom. A woman only takes a handbag with her; there should not be any briefcases or office bags in the restaurant.
Step 2
A meeting
The inviting person should come and take a table a little earlier and wait for the invitee. In case of delay, you must apologize. If the man came first, at the entrance of the lady he needs to get up and help her take a place at the table.
Step 3
Choice of dishes and ordering
Do not be afraid to ask the waiter about food and drinks, he is obliged to help and advise you so that you make the best choice. According to the rules of etiquette, the first order is made by a woman. You can start dinner only when everyone at the table has received the dishes. If the difference in the preparation of dishes is too great, those who ordered complex dishes may invite others to start eating without waiting.
Step 4
Rules of conduct at the table
No smartphone, keys or wallet are placed on the table. The dining table is not the place for such items. It is advisable not to talk on the phone during dinner. Of course, for business and busy people this is quite difficult, but the rules of etiquette require you to postpone other matters for a couple of hours.
If you need something from the opposite end of the table, for example, a salt shaker, do not stretch across the table, ask to hand it over to you. Also, do not reach across the table to try a companion's dish, even if you are very familiar.
Step 5
And, finally, the most important and universally accepted rules: do not slurp, do not talk with your mouth full, do not put your elbows on the table, do not shout and do not disturb the peace of those sitting at adjacent tables. In restaurants, quarrels and scenes do not suit, as in any cultural place.
Knowing these simple rules of restaurant etiquette will help you feel more confident in elite and prestigious establishments.
