We’ve asked several chefs about how they eat and what they’d never order when dining out.

Some say they’d skip the things that keep you in your comfort zone.

“They are not cheap, but worth every dollar.”

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“Do not go for a $20 filet of beef.

A prime example is something as classic as a risotto.

The same creamy faux pas goes for good ol' mac and cheese.

While undeniably delicious, the chef says it distracts from enjoying other dishes the restaurant may have to offer.

“Bacon is used to cover up the smell of old fish.”

This is whyOscar Cabezasgenerally avoids things that feel too mundane.