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Cultural Role of British Pubs
- British pubs are central to social life and culture in the UK, attracting a large portion of the adult population regularly.
- Understanding pub culture is vital for foreigners to avoid discomfort and engage properly with locals.
Order Drinks at the Bar
- When in a British pub, go straight to the bar to order, as table service is almost unheard of.
- Avoid sitting down waiting for service, or you risk confusion and frustration over no server coming to take your order.
Foreigners Misunderstand Pub Service
- An anthropologist witnessed Italians wait 45 minutes at a pub sitting down, confused by no service.
- A French couple stormed out complaining about 'rubbish service' unaware that no table service exists in British pubs.