Unspoken Rules (Eating) | Baamboozle - Baamboozle

At a sit-down restaurant tips are never mandatory but a 20% tip is standard. True or False

True! You are never required to leave a tip, but when tipping leaving one for 20% of your bill is the standard amount to leave if you so choose.

It is a good idea to call the restaurant you are planning on eating at in advance to make reservations if it is an important occasion. True or False

True! The only way to guarantee you a seat at a restaurant at a particular day and time is to call and make reservations for yourself and your guests.

At most fast food restaurants you order up at the cash register. True or False

True! At fast food restaurants you usually order up at the cash register and then seat yourself.

At fast food restaurants you need to wait to be seated. True or False

False! At most fast food restaurants you can go ahead and seat yourself.

When leaving a restaurant you should never pick up money left on tables. True or False

True! Money at some restaurants you pay where you are seated or tips for waitresses/waiters are left at tables. It isn't money accidentally left behind.

Appetizers are meant to be shared among those seated at your table. True or False

True! Appetizers are shared dishes for everyone seated at your table so make sure not to hog them or eat them all yourself.

While eating and making conversation it is best to avoid topics that may be considered gross or gory. True or False

True! Topics such as bodily functions, blood etc are not topics that should be discussed while eating because they can make people loose their appetite.

You should start eating as soon as your food has been served even if others are still waiting to be. True or False

False! It is rude to eat in front of others while they are hungry and waiting for their food. Be polite and wait to eat until everyone in your group has food.

It is okay to talk with food in your mouth. True or False

False! It is always best to talk between bites when there is no food in your mouth to avoid talking with your mouth open and possible choking.

When eating at a restaurant you should refrain from talking about people seated near your table this includes comments on their appearance and what they are eating and drinking. True or False

True! It is impolite to talk about others especially when they are in ears shot of you. Even if you are saying something nice they could mishear you.

When eating a messy meal you should wait to wipe your mouth until after you have finished eating. True or False

False! You should be wiping your mouth between bites to avoid wearing your food on your face.

When going to a new restaurant it is a good idea to check to see if there is a dress code. True or False

True! Some restaurants require you to wear a certain type of attire while others prohibit certain types of clothing.

If you need to use the bathroom when eating out at a restaurant with others you should politely excuse yourself before getting up from the table. True or False

True! It's courteous to let others know why you are getting up during dinner. If you don't know where the restroom is you can ask a waiter, host or other staff.

When having a meal in someone else's home it is okay to excuse yourself from the table when you are done even if others are still eating. True or False

False! Wait until everyone has finished their meal before leaving the table. Ask if others are done with their meal and offer to bring their plates to the sink.

When asked how you liked your meal by the person who prepared it even if you didn't like it it is polite to say something like "Thank you for cooking/hosting such a nice meal." True or False

True! Even if you didn't like the meal that was served it is always nice to express your appreciation for the time effort and thought that went into it.

If you are being served food and you don't like what is being offered something you could say is "just a little bit please, i'm not very hungry". True or False

True! You can also politely decline by saying "no thank you, I'm not really a fan of _______. Thank you though!"

When at a friends house you should wait until the head of the household says that dinner is ready before helping yourself. True or False

True! Always wait until dinner is announced or until you are invited to eat before helping yourself. Also avoid asking when it will be ready.

You should only drink out of your own cup. True or False

True! Never drink out of someone else's drink unless they give you permission.

It is impolite to burp out loud while eating. True or False

True! If you need to burp do so quietly and say "excuse me" afterwards.

It is okay to eat directly out of a container when eating food that will be shared with others. True or False

False! Keep your germs to yourself be only eating what is on your plate.

You should try and avoid eating noisily. True or False

True! When eating try not to make a bunch of noises.

It is impolite to play with your food. True or False

True! Playing with your food is impolite and can gross people out.

If you really like what you are eating it is okay to inhale it. True or False

False! Not only could you choke, but it is impolite to rush your meal.

You should keep your food in your mouth at all times even if it is hot or you don't like it. True or False

True! Never spit food out at the table. Gross! If you take a bite of food and it is too hot what can you do?

It is okay to use your napkin to blow your nose with. True or False

False! If you need to blow your nose always excuse yourself to the restroom to use a tissue or toilet paper.

It is okay to help yourself to someone else's utensils to eat with. True or False

False! Always be sure to ask if you can use someone else's fork/knive/spoon before helping yourself.

It is okay to eat food off someone else's plate without asking. True or False

False! Always make sure to ask before helping yourself to someone else's food.

Your napkin should be placed on your lap while eating. True or False

True! Before eating place your napkin on your lap to prevent food from landing on you.

You should always chew with your mouth closed. True or False

True! Chewing with your mouth closed is polite.

You should always wash your hands before eating a meal or a snack. True or False

True! Even if you are just having a little snack you want to make sure your hands are germ-free!