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Restaurant Workers, What Are Some Common Things Customers Do That Are Actually Rude?

Tell us what people need to STOP doing at restaurants.

Restaurant workers have been quite vocal about the rudest customers they've ever encountered, and the stories can get pretty wild. But there may be more subtle things the average customer does that they may not realize can be inconsiderate.

Man at a restaurant table, appearing displeased with the salad on his plate

So, if you work or have worked at a restaurant, we want to hear from you: What are the common or "normal" things customers do that are actually rude?

Server in a black shirt appears stressed during a conversation with a customer

Maybe you've regularly had customers come in late — or even right before closing — to pick up a to-go order, and they don't realize how much it slows things down (especially when employees are trying to go home).

A smiling cashier hands over a paper bag to a customer across the counter

Perhaps you're a server and can't stand when people linger at a table after the bill is paid because there are other customers who are waiting to be seated.

Four friends laughing and enjoying coffee together at a cafe table