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Triumph Dining Cards

researchmomma

By researchmomma
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researchmomma Contributor
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Hi All, I am considering purchasing the Triumph Dining cards. Do you think they are worth it? We went to sushi last night and trying to explain my daughters gluten restrictions was impossible.

I am curious if the wait staff and chefs really respond positively or if they are annoyed by the card.

Thanks!

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Hi All, I am considering purchasing the Triumph Dining cards. Do you think they are worth it? We went to sushi last night and trying to explain my daughters gluten restrictions was impossible.

I am curious if the wait staff and chefs really respond positively or if they are annoyed by the card.

Thanks!

I have used them in Mexican and Chinese restaurants and were well accepted. But someone at the restaurant needs to speak English well enough to convey what they can offer.

I would approach the manager, though.

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I have used them in Mexican and Chinese restaurants and were well accepted. But someone at the restaurant needs to speak English well enough to convey what they can offer.

I would approach the manager, though.

Thanks Lisa! We got to this sushi place a lot so hopefully they will accommodate. They were overwhelmed by my gluten questions but they don't speak the best English.

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Thanks Lisa! We got to this sushi place a lot so hopefully they will accommodate. They were overwhelmed by my gluten questions but they don't speak the best English.

I think you may be able to find some translations on line for free.

Here in one option:

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I use the Triumph cards all the time, and they've really helped.

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