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rolexpatek363 · 27 January 2018, 11:11 PM

Call me an old curmudgeon, but I am becoming less and less tolerant of this redundant question from waiters in restaurants. Last night, we were out for dinner, halfway through and in the middle of a conversation, the waiter actually interrupted us with this. I gave him what I thought was a withering look, but my girl was polite enough to say yes. Conversation nicely derailed, thanks a lot, chum.

What are they thinking? Do they really imagine that people just chow down food they don't really like without saying anything? If we want anything, we'll wave at them!

Grrrrrr!

Knappo 1307 · 27 January 2018, 11:17 PM

You sound pretentious. It's their job...

Kostas · 27 January 2018, 11:18 PM

is this in America ?

Star Ferry · 27 January 2018, 11:19 PM

Are you a Brit? I've noticed they like to complain about things like this.

AzPaul · 27 January 2018, 11:21 PM

You're an old curmudgeon.

Dr. Robert · 28 January 2018, 02:27 AM

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Originally Posted by AzPaul

You're an old curmudgeon.

A compliment, bah humbug......it’s good to be a curmudgeon

rudestew · 27 January 2018, 11:25 PM

Grinds me to , you can almost set your watch by them

Brenngun · 27 January 2018, 11:42 PM

It's their job to make sure you have everything you need to enjoy your meal. When I'm dining out I expect the wait staff to check periodically. If they don't then they're not doing a good job. If they asked every 5 minutes then maybe it becomes an issue but otherwise waiting until you wave at them is a ridiculous idea. They have other tables to tend as well. They can't just stand around waiting for the wave. If your conversation was broken because of this simple and expected follow up then it couldn't have been very engaging to begin with.

mannyv11 · 27 January 2018, 11:43 PM

Gotta love when people get angry at others for actually doing their job. It’s a lose lose for the waiter if he doesn’t ask this question people complain about lack of service if he or she does ask then they ruined the conversation. If answering yes to the waiter or waitress, which takes 3 seconds derails your conversation I think it’s more of a you problem.

MonBK · 27 January 2018, 11:45 PM

geezz.

.brian. · 28 January 2018, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by mannyv11

It’s a lose lose for the waiter if he doesn’t ask this question people complain about lack of service if he or she does ask then they ruined the conversation.

I came here to post this. Damned if you do, damned if you don't.

Abdullah71601 · 27 January 2018, 11:45 PM

You’re going to the wrong restaurants. Find a place where the staff leaves you alone and stick with it.

McDonalds comes to mind.

pilotjim · 30 January 2018, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

You’re going to the wrong restaurants. Find a place where the staff leaves you alone and stick with it.

McDonalds comes to mind.

Nicoleinfl · 28 January 2018, 12:36 AM

They’re supposed to do that. Now if they’re doing that every 10 minutes, that’s a different story. I guess they can’t win with some.

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brandrea · 28 January 2018, 12:44 AM

Having them ask is MUCH better than the alternative

superdog · 28 January 2018, 01:00 AM

Can’t win.

Too little service. Complaints.

Too much service. Complaints.

Terrakot · 28 January 2018, 01:06 AM

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Originally Posted by superdog

Can’t win.

Too little service. Complaints.

Too much service. Complaints.

actually win - liked or not but you obliged to tip

bdex75 · 28 January 2018, 01:03 AM

I want them to check in to make sure and keep the drinks refilled. If they come back to refill drinks/water and clear the table I can ask for something if I need it.

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imperio · 28 January 2018, 03:20 AM

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Originally Posted by bdex75

I want them to check in to make sure and keep the drinks refilled. If they come back to refill drinks/water and clear the table I can ask for something if I need it.

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Yes, I agree with this. Just stop by, no need to interrupt the diners. My kind of perfect service! OP, I get you. I find these check-ins annoying too at times.

twitch54 · 28 January 2018, 01:05 AM

I agree with you.......... you're a curmudgeon !

rudestew · 28 January 2018, 02:17 AM

The service is different in the USA in fact the service industry is full stop you guys would feel let down with a Big Mac lol

KrismanX · 28 January 2018, 02:55 AM

I think this is what Uber Eats is for. No conversation. No pants. No problem.

BBL · 28 January 2018, 03:08 AM

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Originally Posted by rolexpatek363

Call me an old curmudgeon, but I am becoming less and less tolerant of this redundant question from waiters in restaurants. Last night, we were out for dinner, halfway through and in the middle of a conversation, the waiter actually interrupted us with this. I gave him what I thought was a withering look, but my girl was polite enough to say yes. Conversation nicely derailed, thanks a lot, chum.

What are they thinking? Do they really imagine that people just chow down food they don't really like without saying anything? If we want anything, we'll wave at them!

Grrrrrr!

Kudos to the lady for friendly manners.

mjclark32 · 28 January 2018, 03:12 AM

“Delicious, thanks!”
Shouldn’t derail a conversation...

Sometimes they get me when I have a mouthful and I just go with the thumbsup...

pilotjim · 30 January 2018, 06:29 AM

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Originally Posted by mjclark32

“Delicious, thanks!”
Shouldn’t derail a conversation...

Sometimes they get me when I have a mouthful and I just go with the thumbsup...

Same here

Danny83 · 28 January 2018, 03:13 AM

Dont be so grumpy man

blufinz52 · 28 January 2018, 03:23 AM

Can you post a pic of your 'withering look'? Just curious.

Abdullah71601 · 28 January 2018, 03:26 AM

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Originally Posted by blufinz52

Can you post a pic of your 'withering look'? Just curious.

X2. I’d love to add it to my slow guy in the hammer lane repertoire.

pilotjim · 30 January 2018, 06:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Abdullah71601

X2. I’d love to add it to my slow guy in the hammer lane repertoire.

You mean the one who speeds up when you pass him on the right?

gettocard · 28 January 2018, 04:20 AM

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Originally Posted by rolexpatek363

Call me an old curmudgeon, but I am becoming less and less tolerant of this redundant question from waiters in restaurants. Last night, we were out for dinner, halfway through and in the middle of a conversation, the waiter actually interrupted us with this. I gave him what I thought was a withering look, but my girl was polite enough to say yes. Conversation nicely derailed, thanks a lot, chum.

What are they thinking? Do they really imagine that people just chow down food they don't really like without saying anything? If we want anything, we'll wave at them!

Grrrrrr!

I am absolutely with you for the following reasons :

1) they honestly don’t give a damn if everything is really ok or not,they are out there to hustle tips,period.

2) many of them,or actually MOST of them say that while your mouth is full just for the fun of seeing you gulping on your food while trying to answer or while you’re busy in a romantic conversation. They can spot that ! They are just out there to bust your balls..

3) they only say that to sell you another beer/soda so that all adds up to the final bill,which means more tip for them.

Ask yourself this : why they never have this pushy behavior in fancy restaurants?

When visiting USA at first I felt it was a fantastic gesture,something long lost here in Europe,now it just bothers me a lot,that’s why I have all my meals at Wholefoods when traveling. Fresh food and no obnoxious fake waiters to deal with

I sometimes stumble upon the 40 something lady working at CPK or chili’s for dinner shift,obviously she has bills to pay and she’s busting her ass instead of being at home with her family,usually she is genuinely nice and professional and not pushy. That’s the kind of waiter that gets a big tip from me.

27 January 2018, 11:11 PM	#1
rolexpatek363 Banned Join Date: Nov 2017 Location: up a hill Posts: 1,979	Is everything all right? Call me an old curmudgeon, but I am becoming less and less tolerant of this redundant question from waiters in restaurants. Last night, we were out for dinner, halfway through and in the middle of a conversation, the waiter actually interrupted us with this. I gave him what I thought was a withering look, but my girl was polite enough to say yes. Conversation nicely derailed, thanks a lot, chum. What are they thinking? Do they really imagine that people just chow down food they don't really like without saying anything? If we want anything, we'll wave at them! Grrrrrr!

27 January 2018, 11:21 PM	#5
AzPaul 2024 ROLEX SUBMARINER 41 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Paul Location: Tucson, Az Watch: Rolex 1501 Posts: 13,899	You're an old curmudgeon. __________________ Ain't much of a crime, whacking a surly bartender

27 January 2018, 11:42 PM	#8
Brenngun 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: Smokin' Heaven Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 3,867	It's their job to make sure you have everything you need to enjoy your meal. When I'm dining out I expect the wait staff to check periodically. If they don't then they're not doing a good job. If they asked every 5 minutes then maybe it becomes an issue but otherwise waiting until you wave at them is a ridiculous idea. They have other tables to tend as well. They can't just stand around waiting for the wave. If your conversation was broken because of this simple and expected follow up then it couldn't have been very engaging to begin with. __________________ Simple solutions solve complexed problems more often than complexed solutions solve simple problems!

28 January 2018, 01:00 AM	#16
superdog 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Real Name: Seth Location: nj Watch: Omega Posts: 24,834	Can’t win. Too little service. Complaints. Too much service. Complaints. __________________ If happiness is a state of mind, why look anywhere else for it? IG: gsmotorclub IG: thesawcollection (Both mostly just car stuff)

28 January 2018, 02:55 AM	#22
KrismanX "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Real Name: Kristofer Location: Los Angeles, CA Watch: my feet. Posts: 2,364	I think this is what Uber Eats is for. No conversation. No pants. No problem. __________________ No sticker left behind. "Better three hours too soon, than a minute too late." "All we have to do is decide what to do with the time that is given to us." ref. 116520 Daytona - 10/2014

27 January 2018, 11:17 PM	#2
Knappo 1307 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Real Name: Jason Location: USA Watch: Sea Dweller Posts: 8,561	You sound pretentious. It's their job...

27 January 2018, 11:18 PM	#3
Kostas 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2016 Location: Australia Watch: @ kostastimepieces Posts: 5,275	is this in America ?

27 January 2018, 11:19 PM	#4
Star Ferry Banned Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: down by the river Posts: 4,926	Are you a Brit? I've noticed they like to complain about things like this.

27 January 2018, 11:25 PM	#7
rudestew "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: UK Bristol Watch: DSSD SD43 Mk1 50TH Posts: 1,247	Grinds me to , you can almost set your watch by them

27 January 2018, 11:43 PM	#9
mannyv11 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Real Name: Manny Location: MA Watch: DD,Sub,GMT,Daytona Posts: 4,510	Gotta love when people get angry at others for actually doing their job. It’s a lose lose for the waiter if he doesn’t ask this question people complain about lack of service if he or she does ask then they ruined the conversation. If answering yes to the waiter or waitress, which takes 3 seconds derails your conversation I think it’s more of a you problem.

27 January 2018, 11:45 PM	#10
MonBK Banned Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Kingstown Posts: 58,279	geezz.

27 January 2018, 11:45 PM	#12
Abdullah71601 Banned Join Date: Aug 2014 Location: Calumet Harbor Watch: ing da Bears Posts: 13,568	You’re going to the wrong restaurants. Find a place where the staff leaves you alone and stick with it. McDonalds comes to mind.

28 January 2018, 12:36 AM	#14
Nicoleinfl "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Miami, FL Watch: Ballon Bleu Posts: 81	They’re supposed to do that. Now if they’re doing that every 10 minutes, that’s a different story. I guess they can’t win with some. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

28 January 2018, 12:44 AM	#15
brandrea 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Jul 2013 Real Name: Brian (TBone) Location: canada Watch: es make me smile Posts: 78,129	Having them ask is MUCH better than the alternative

28 January 2018, 01:03 AM	#18
bdex75 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Real Name: Brandon Location: Indianapolis Watch: my money vanish Posts: 8,506	I want them to check in to make sure and keep the drinks refilled. If they come back to refill drinks/water and clear the table I can ask for something if I need it. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

28 January 2018, 01:05 AM	#20
twitch54 "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2018 Real Name: 'Bobby' Location: SE Pa Watch: 1888 Appleton Trac Posts: 1,014	I agree with you.......... you're a curmudgeon !

28 January 2018, 02:17 AM	#21
rudestew "TRF" Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: UK Bristol Watch: DSSD SD43 Mk1 50TH Posts: 1,247	The service is different in the USA in fact the service industry is full stop you guys would feel let down with a Big Mac lol

28 January 2018, 03:12 AM	#24
mjclark32 "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: MJC Location: PHL USA Watch: IWC, Rolex, AP Posts: 29,232	“Delicious, thanks!” Shouldn’t derail a conversation... Sometimes they get me when I have a mouthful and I just go with the thumbsup... __________________

28 January 2018, 03:13 AM	#26
Danny83 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2013 Real Name: Danny Location: Bay Area CA Watch: Yellow Gold Posts: 20,314	Dont be so grumpy man

28 January 2018, 03:23 AM	#27
blufinz52 2024 SubLV41 Pledge Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Real Name: Mike Location: NH Watch: 116400GV 124060 Posts: 1,194	Can you post a pic of your 'withering look'? Just curious.

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