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- If you need separate checks request them at the start of the meal.
It's faster for the waiter to get this done if they know in advance and
you'll get back to work on time.
- If you are have a time deadline for dining let the waiter know so that they can help you order items that have quick preparation times or put a rush on your order so you won't be late for your appointment.
- If there are items you dislike (i.e. onions, tomatoes, olives,
mayonnaise, etc.) let your waiter know you don't have to pick off all
those nasty little treats yourself.
- If you want to share an item request it. And ask if there is an "extra plate charge".
- If you just love extra salad dressing request it when you order the
salad as it saves time and convenience. This is especially critical
during the busiest time of the meal period as the waiter must make
efficient use of time to adequately attend to all customers.
- If you prefer a particular waiter, table/booth, or area of the
restaurant request it before you are seated. If you are expecting
additional guests let the host know.
- Pay attention so the waiter does not have to describe the same
omelet of the day, types of toast, or salad dressings repeatedly for a
table of eight people only to have them repeatedly ask what it is.
The extra time for repeating the same answers to the same
questions takes away from time to dine leisurely. It's gets worse if
your other guests are really hungry.
- During the peak of each meal period parking will be at a premium, it will be busy, and there will probably be a wait for a table. It's not the waiter's fault. Try to arrive just before or after the usual mealtime rush.
- If you are not satisfied with your entree let the waiter know so they
can correct or replace it. The waiter is not there to make sure you
have a bad experience. They're there to assist you until you are
satisfied.
- Children: make sure the little ones have their nap before you expose them to all the "whiz-bang" of a restaurant. A fussy child can burden unsuspecting parents with a lot of stress when dining out. Ask for the children's meals in advance of the adults. Bring crayons/paper to keep children occupied as not all restaurants are prepared to entertain the young ones.
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