Table Manners
This body part is supposed to be kept off of the table during a meal.
Elbows
What should you do if you're chewing your meal and you want to say something.?
Finish chewing your meal, swallow, sip water, and then speak.
NEVER speak while you are chewing.
You have been invited by a friend to come over to their place to watch a football game. What should you wear?
Casual clothes, like jeans and a shirt/blouse
What should you do when you walk into a restaurant.
Wait for the host/hostess to seat you
Should you talk loudly or scream in a restaurant?
No, you should speak in an indoor voice and Never scream.
What should you do with your napkin at the table?
Unfold it and put it on your lap
What should you do if your food is too hot?
Wait for it to cool down.
Do not blow on your food.
You and your friends decided to go to Whataburger's. What would you wear there?
Casual clothes (T-shirt and jeans, etc)
How do call attention of your server?
Look around for your server, and when you make eye contact, raise your hand.
Do Not snap your fingers, whistle, or make kissing noises.
You should add salt and pepper before you try your food at a restaurant. True or False
False, you should taste your meal first and then decide if it needs salt or pepper
Should you play with your phone while waiting for your food?
No, refrain from using phones or other devices at the table.
Engage in polite conversation and avoid being rude or offensive.
How many bites should you cut maximum?
2
What should you do if you need to blow your nose while you are eating at the table?
Stand up, go to the restroom, blow your nose, and wash your hands.
How should you eat bread?
Break it into small pieces and then butter it.
What should you do if you drop a utensil?
Ask the server to replace it.
What should you do if you want the salt, pepper, etc and they are far away from you?
Politely ask someone to pass you the item.
Do Not reach across the table,
Should you eat food from someone else's plate?
No, eat your own food.
Do Not take food from other plates or share your food.
You are going to a fancy restaurant with your family to celebrate someone's birthday. Would wearing sweatpants be a good choice? Why.
No, because this is a fancy restaurant, so you should wear more business casual, like a dress or dress pants and a button-up.
What should you do if something is bothering you while you are at a restaurant?
Ask for help from the people you are eating with,
If you feel sick,
If the food tastes bad,
If you are getting frustrated, etc.
No, you should swallow your food first, then drink.
What is the proper way to chew your food?
Eat one bite at a time and chew with your mouth closed.
Should you play with your silverware?
No, leave them on the table until you need them.
Should you wear flip-flops to a fancy restaurant?
No, you should wear nice shoes to a fancy restaurant.
What should you do if you feel like you need to burp?
Try to be discreet, burp to the side and say "Excuse Me"
What should I do if the food I am chewing has a bone or tastes bad?
Very discreetly, place the food on a napkin, fold it, and place it next to your plate.