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If Your Steak Turns Out Like This At A Restaurant, You're Welcome To Send It Right Back By Creshonda A. Smith Oct. 19, 2025 12:00 pm EST

Sending food back at a restaurant can feel nerve-wracking, even when you have a valid reason. Maybe you've had that moment of staring down at your plate, wondering if you should just eat it anyway to avoid the awkwardness. It's a common experience — many diners have some level of anxiety about returning food, worrying they'll be judged or that it will inconvenience the kitchen.

But when it comes to steak, this is one situation where speaking up is absolutely okay. A steak that's cooked to the wrong temperature is not a small mistake; it changes the entire experience of the dish. Restaurants expect customers to notice

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