Absolutely!!! It depends on the place. If you're a regular, then you should be treated like one. If you're not, then don't tell me your name, your favorite color or anything else that doesn't relate to the menu!

The waiter at La Veranda was superb. He knew exactly what to say and when to say it. He kept to the food, he was friendly, but always kept his distance. When the meal was over, and he saw that we were a very relaxed and friendly group (and very, very full, too!), he chatted with us a bit. The perfect blend, our friend Franco!