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Any number of things can make or break a meal out at a restaurant.

Catching up with friends after a long week over shared bites (and maybe a bit of booze)?

Definitely worth looking forward to.

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Finding a piece of hair in your food thats a completely different color from your own?

The whole joint singing happy birthday as youre handed a slice of cake?

Likely embarrassing, but still not the worst.

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Keep reading for the food pros seasoned (hehe) insights.

3 common restaurant etiquette mistakes, according to a chef and restaurateur

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Its a very difficult and tricky job fitting in all the reservations in a busy restaurant.

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Its a constant balancing act, MacKay says.

Reservations exist for a reason, and its not only to ensure that you enjoy your own meal out.

Many restaurants will offer a short grace period, but its better not to push it.

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Some are more common than otherssay, fordairyorglutenand kitchens tend to be prepared with alternatives.

Just remember that being considerate goes both ways.

(The same applies to your dealings with service professionals across any industry, for that matter.)

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