Always think before you eat. Eating is a very visual thing. At home, where you have control of measurements, it is easy to know sizes and portions. But in many restaurants, plate size and portion size can play curious tricks on the eye. We Americans like big.
Plates are sometimes so big they barely fit on snug restaurant tables.
11 or 12 inch plates is hefty. By familiarizing yourself with carb values for the portions you eat in your good diet, you will have the edge on determining correct amounts to savor and enjoy in a restaurant. Remember to eat slowly and take home the rest of the plate that is too much for one meal. You can also share a main dish with a friend. As with all other major decisions in your life, think before you eat.