4. "Don't show up without a reservation and expect a table immediately, especially if you are a group of four or more. Don't complain about the table you are given, especially if you are a walk-in unless you physically cannot sit there. The reservations are mapped out for timing and guest distribution between the servers."
5. "You shouldn't loudly berate the server for something that isn't under their control."
7. "Depending on how bad the screw-up is, complain about my food. Burnt bun for a burger that overpowers the flavor? I'll ask for a different bun. Forget to remove the pickle and tomato? I'll pick it off."
16. "Being explained everything in the chef’s special, then sending it back because you think you weren't told about a certain ingredient."
17. "Fart loudly because you're convinced it's that moment that it's loud enough to rip one, because guess what, it's not. Source: learned from experience."
18. "Getting there right before the place closes. Just don't do it. That is the best way to make everyone in a building hate you."
19. "If it's a very nice and expensive restaurant, leave your screaming kids at home. Don't tell us you can afford a $150 plus dinner for two but can't afford a babysitter. People are out at expensive restaurants for lots of reasons. To celebrate anniversaries, divorces, birthdays, and promotions, or maybe they are there to propose. The last thing anyone wants is kids screaming and crying the whole time."
—Jesse from Michigan
Restaurant workers, what else would you add to this list? Share your thoughts in the comments!
Note: Some responses have been edited for length and/or clarity.
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