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The Worst Things to Order at a Restaurant, According to Chefs

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Ordering from a menu is stressful — yes, it’s a first world problem, but that doesn’t make the fear of food disappointment any less real.

When you’re a chef or a waiter, and you know the ins and outs of what’s going on in the kitchen, you have a whole new set of “rules” to navigate. These rules are ones you’ll want to follow.

These industry food insights could mean the difference between enjoying a delicious meal and a bout of food poisoning.

Take a look below and arm yourself with the knowledge before your next brunch date.

The chefs and waiters have been spilling the beans on a Reddit thread, and after reading the responses, we’re ready to start a pretty strict diet…

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