Does waiter ask if customers want water, wine, or other drink refills when he sees them empty?

Does the plated food served include what was described on the menu? (Mine was missing mushrooms.)

Does the waiter ask if you have questions about the menu or the wine list?

Can waiter answer questions about the various menu items? (Our waiter had no idea what coral trout was.)

Is waiter willing to take back food that is not to customer’s liking, or call the manager if there’s a problem?

Does waiter clear crumbs and other food from the tablecloth between courses?

Are courses served too slowly or too quickly?

Does the food arrive at the right temperature? (Our mussel broth was cold.)

Does waiter chatter idly and come to the table too much, involving guests in long conversations?

Does waiter clear appetizer plates before serving entrees, then clear entrees before serving dessert?