You might think you can’t make any mistakes by going to an Italian restaurant. You come in, pick out a thing from the menu that seems appealing, and call it a day. But taking this laid-back approach can sometimes make your dining experience less pleasurable than it could be. If you really want to make sure you enjoy every visit to an Italian restaurant, here are some of the mistakes you might want to avoid.
Filling Up On Bread
Breadsticks might be a common sight in all Italian restaurants, but you shouldn’t actually clean the bread basket. Even if you are hungry, you might want to be a bit more patient, so you are not already full before your food arrives.
Ordering a Single Dish
You probably saw how Italian family meals look like; the table is full of food, and there are many different meals available. You should try to replicate this at an Italian restaurant and order a few dishes to be able to properly judge the establishment.
Going for Spaghetti and Meatballs
Let’s face it, spaghetti and meatballs are one of the most basic Italian dishes there are. You can make them easily yourself or probably buy them at a street food stall. If you are already at an Italian restaurant, then make sure you get something you can’t eat that often.
Asking for Extra Parmesan on Everything
Pasta covered with grated Parmesan sure looks great, but you might want to take it easy with it. Parmesan doesn’t work well with all Italian dishes, including seafood pasta and truffle pasta.
