Things that you should never do in a pub, from a 10 -year waiter
I was dealing with more than a decade, and I can tell you that it is not easy.
The task can be physically and mentally as needed for long hours – in addition, we should be very charming while doing this.
Sometimes, customers can make our work better, but at least, we prefer if it does not make it worse.
The next time you have a liter or Margareta with your friends, do not make these mistakes.
Be hateful while trying to attract a waiter
The crime of the most common customers is to a large extent to wave money in the waiter, or scream in their name, or an attempt to draw their attention while they are doing something else.
Most of the time, the presence in the bar without a new drink is enough to inform the waiter that you want one.
If you really think the waiter does not know that you are waiting for the request, there will be some contacts and gesture.
Going to a crowded meter when you don’t know what you want
Learn about your request before you reach the table.
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If the tape is busy and you have to wait to order a drink, take this time to find out what you will get.
Do not lose your place in line with the waiter by saying “I don’t know” or turn to ask your friends what they want. They have no time for that.
Assuming the sex of the waiter or sexual activity
Assuming that the sex of a waiter or sexual activity is a great way to ignore the rest of the night.
Also, if they want to flirt with you, you will know. Otherwise, let’s keep it professional.
Try to request a drink without identity
Nobody cares about the story behind the reason why there is no identity.
The waiter usually does not want to risk his job or enter into a legal problem just to help you.
Change the special cocktails in the list
The waiter is usually known better when it comes to mixed drinks.
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If you want to make your cocktail recipes, do so at home.
Nine times out of 10, variable cocktail tastes like garbage and are sent again. Just order a drink that looks good for you as it is included.
Claiming the waiter to play your music
If there is no jukebox, the tape is not interested in hearing your operating lists.
Do not ask the waiter to change music, play a song, or adjust the sound level. They are not DJ.
Tell your first name to your tab
When asked what is the name on your tab, give the waiter your last name.
We know you think you are the only Brandon here, but may not do that.
Dependence on the waiter to remember your drink request
They may remember this, or you may mix them with the other waiter.
Either way, it is better if you know your own request.
Eat more space than you need
It can be fatal and possessing a large space in the bar and shameless.
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Be aware of the space of others in the bar.
Do not tend and operate multiple seats or leave the trash in the yard. And for the sky, do not leave a trail of dirty glasses behind you while mixing – just bring the empty cup with you when you come to have your next drink.
The less time the waiter must spend the cleaning after you, the more time they can spend everyone’s drinks.
Wasting time by question what we have
Do you really want to start telling everything we have? It is a tape.
Read a list or be more specific. “What is your pilsns?” He asks. Or “What genes do you have?” Quite good. This helps us narrow it a little if we have to help you know what you feel about drinking.
Leave only oral advice
He carries the bonds who carry, but they do not pay the bills.
Remember, we work for money. If you really think it is making the best Margarita in the city, show them a great advice.
This story was originally published on January 7, 2023, and was recently updated on May 29, 2025.