15 Restaurant Dishes I’d Never Order — And What I’d Choose Instead

A beautiful plate of oysters. Fresh lemon. An expensive restaurant. So why would Harlan still send it back? In **15 Restaurant Dishes I’d Never Order — And What I’d Choose Instead**, Harlan Whitcomb counts down familiar menu choices he would skip—and gives you a practical alternative for every one. From towering club sandwiches and premium-priced truffle fries to lobster mac and cheese, seafood samplers, and oversized desserts, we’re looking beyond presentation to ask: is this actually the meal you want? You’ll discover: 🍽️ When an impressive-looking dish can disappoint 💵 Questions to ask before paying for upgrades or market-price specials 🥡 Why some restaurant foods struggle on the journey home 🦪 What to reconsider about raw oysters—even when they arrive with lemon ✅ What Harlan would order instead Some choices come down to flavor, portion size, and value. The final three focus on food safety, including raw sprouts, undercooked burgers, and raw oysters. **Which restaurant dish would YOU never order again—and what would you choose instead?** Tell Harlan in the comments. Subscribe for straightforward food advice, old-school cooking, and more satisfying meals. #RestaurantTips #DiningOut #RestaurantFood #FoodSafety #FoodTips #MenuTips #SmartSpending #HarlanWhitcomb