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30 Bad Table Manners: How Many Are You Guilty Of?

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Putting your belongings on the table

Keep your belongings off the table. That includes cell phone, purse, wallet and any other items you have on you. Leaving them on there not only creates a cramped space but also makes your server's job harder by potentially blocking them from seeing your empty glasses or dishes.