I’ve always believed that dining out is about more than just the food, it’s an experience, a chance to engage all the senses in a refined setting.

And in an elegant restaurant, a few misplaced behaviors can overshadow the best meal in the world.

I learned this the hard way decades ago, back when I was all about impressing rather than enjoying.

Now, I won’t pretend to have it all figured out.

But after countless dinners (and my fair share of mistakes), I’ve come to notice specific behaviors that classy folks simply avoid.

Let’s dig in.

1. Arriving without dressing the part

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Being glued to their phones

Ordering without asking questions

Talking loudly or dominating the conversation

Treating the staff poorly

Getting drunk

Taking photos excessively

Ignoring the ambiance

Arguing about the check

Bragging or trying to impress

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