Is it rude to call a waiter over in France?
Is it rude to call a waiter over in France? A waitress is une serveuse. Yelling “Garçon !” to catch a waiter's attention in a restaurant (or a café) is rude and outdated.
What not to say to a waiter?
14 Things You Should Never, Ever Say to Your Server
- Thanks, sweetie/honey/baby/sugar. Using any kind of pet name or nickname is highly inappropriate. ...
- You can still seat us, right? ...
- Can I have a hot tea? ...
- I'll take... ...
- What's your favorite thing on the menu? ...
- *whistling* ...
- *snapping* ...
- Susie, tell her what you want.