Dining Customs and Etiquette
Meal Times
- Breakfast: 7-10 AM (light)
- Lunch: 12-2 PM (important)
- Dinner: 7:30-10 PM (later in summer)
- Sunday lunch: Major event
- Monday: Many restaurants closed
Service Expectations
- Service included in prices
- Round up for good service
- Water: Ask for "carafe d'eau" (free)
- Bread always free
- Don't rush meals
Making Reservations
- Phone preferred over online
- French appreciated but not required
- Mention dietary restrictions
- Confirm day before
- Cancel if plans change