Get "at The Restaurant"

Bonjour/Bonsoir It is simply considered good manners to say Bonjour (hello) upon entering a restaurant or any place of business, acknowledging both the shop owner and the other customers. Upon leaving, one always says “Au revoir” (good bye). “Bonsoir” (good evening) is generally used after 6:00 pm.

You will be asked if you want to be seated inside (en salle), at the bar ( au bar), or outside (en terrasse). If you are eating at a café you can usually just pick a seat. Parisians are very intimate so don't worry about sitting close to someone, the tables are very close together.

You can usually seat yourself at sidewalk cafes (if not, a waiter will let you know), but if you're just there to sip on a coffee, it's important to choose an empty table that doesn't have any silverware on it. Tables set with silverware are intended for guests who plan to order a full meal.

You can raise your hand with a bid smile, you'll be served correctly. If you want to order something, you just have to call the waiter/tress by saying: "Excusez-moi" or saying : "Monsieur" for the waiter or "Mademoiselle" if it's a young waitress or "Madame" if it's an older waitress.

In both cases (service compris or prix net), it is the total price that you pay, including VAT and service, posted outside as required by law with no hidden charges.

0:00 0:47 So here you have it when you ask your waiter you can say simply say. What do you recommend. YouMoreSo here you have it when you ask your waiter you can say simply say. What do you recommend. You could also says. Like what are some typical dishes.

Say excusez moi when you're trying to get someone's attention – this could be a waiter at a restaurant or even someone on the street whom you want to ask directions from.