“Do NOT reach for something out of a server or food runners hand or tray!

If I would have a free hand, Id want to have slapped people trying.

Here are the eye-opening results:

1.

Waitress serving food to three smiling people at a restaurant table

“Don’t stay after you have finished eating.

If you are going camp out for hours, tip your server EXTRA.”

sarac4574b3b4f

2.

Elegant table setting for a formal meal with clean plates, wine glasses, and cutlery on a white linen tablecloth

“Dont pretend to have an allergy just because you dont like something.

The kitchen has strict protocols on allergy tickets, and those extra steps take TIME.

It can make a big difference if its slammed.”

Gourmet plated meal with seasoned scallops, asparagus, and risotto, garnished with tomato on a wooden table

Its damn rude.”

m_gardens

3.

Were nice to you because its our job to be.

Group of customers handing credit cards to a server holding a card reader

Im here for work, not for romance.

Theres a time and a place for that, and its NOT my work place."

curlygirly6

4.

Waiter serving food to customers at a restaurant table

“Former restaurant worker here.

spacebaby22

5.

“Taking a long time to order their meal.

Group of people socializing at a bar

On a busy Saturday night, this could put us behind as reservations are timed out.”

34,New York

6.

“Ignoring the operating hours.

Three children sitting at a table, enjoying slices of pizza together

We made it just in time!'

We already hated you when you walked in; dont make it worse.”

grumpyking57

7. aubreyw3

8.

Group of people socializing at a bar with a bartender serving drinks

“Also, it’s not always helpful when guests stack their dishes.

hollyskittlesb

9. awkwardlatte65

10.

27, Georgia

11.

Person holding a glass of water at a restaurant table with food and blurred background

“If the place is busy and your server tries to do the walk away, STOP TALKING.

We have other tables full of people who are also waiting for their dinner.

Other people exist, and we have to move to keep everyone happy.”

Group of people dining at a table with various dishes, sharing a meal together

“Friendly small talk?

kymberlyandrews

12.

It’s not your house, so if you would like something moved or changed, you should ask.

Toddler crying while sitting at a table in a restaurant

I especially hate it when people move around tables and chairs.

45, Georgia

13.

“Former server here.

queenlovie

14.

“Do NOT reach for something out of a server or food runners hand or tray!

If I would have a free hand, Id want to have slapped people trying.

stephaniev23

15. jennies4783ed5b8

16.

“Interrupting my greet.

When I approach the table, just refrain from trying to take the lead.

This is typically mandated by the restaurant, and we are graded on it.

29, Texas

17.

“Ive always this was just as rude as snapping your fingers in the air at us.”

26, Michigan

18.

“When people put the money on the counter.

They should hand it to the worker.”

46, Texas

19.

Youre holding up a table, so a server may miss out on making money.

39, Florida

20. puss_pastry

And finally…

21.

“If you cannot control your kids, leave them at home.

No one wants to hear kids playing on their tablets or screaming for whatever reason.

Also, if your child makes a mess, clean it up!

Note: Some responses have been edited for length and/or clarity.