What about the problem of "clean" silverware caked with who knows what. In my experience, modern dish washing systems leave a lot to be desired.

When I was growing up in a family restaurant, we washed everything the old fashioned way, individually and carefully. After draining a bit, the silverware was dried and put away piece by piece. We were taught to look at it while drying it. I honestly don’t remember finding a dirty piece.

There are places where a high percentage of silverware is soiled. Big, mass market places seem to be the worst.

I want a butter knife AND a fresh fork for my entree.
If you are at a restaurant where you are given a butter knife
you should get fresh utensils.I don’t see anything wrong with asking for same.

I want a butter knife AND a fresh fork for my entree.
If you are at a restaurant where you are given a butter knife
you should get fresh utensils.I don’t see anything wrong with asking for same.

If I’m paying market price for lobster, then they REALLY better give me a clean fork!

Huge problem here, so if you don’t like ranch dressing with your lobster, lick your fork off first !! Ha Ha, only kidding!!

Wally

I don’t mind the butter so much as being expected to eat my entree with a fork coated with Ranch dressing. Of course, back in the day, my mom’s family flipped their plates over for dessert.