1) DO ask for the price before you order any food
. This is especially important in smaller places, and for items listed at seasonal price – prices can often be surprisingly high, despite the establishment’s humble appearance. This is particularly relevant when ordering seafood. Some fish or crab dishes can easily be priced in the hundreds, even at small coffee shops. It’s better to ask before you order, lest you fall off your chair when the bill arrives. You might save yourself some embarrassment, particularly since some smaller eateries do not accept payment other than in cash.