[Blindtlk] Handling a big buffet

[Tom Cramer]

Hello,

 

I hope this isn't a dumb question.

I'd like to know from other blind people, especially those who are totally
blind, how they handle big buffet type of restaurants when they're not with
sighted people.  I'd like to be able to go to a couple of places that are
close to where I live but don't really know how to best handle them.

How much do you do independently and how much do you ask of the wait staff?
How do I best know what's on the buffet line and how do I best get it on my
plate without slowing others down?  Is it easier for the wait staff to get
my food and carry it for me or is that something I need to do as well?

This place has wonderful food and I'd like to go this weekend but haven't
done it without sighted family who isn't around right now.

 

All tips are appreciated.  

Thanks.

Tom