Note by @jeder

i've already learned that "being afraid to talk to strangers" and "not speaking the local language" and "not wanting to inconvenience people" dont go well together, especially if looking to buy food.

i mean i know i could probably just try talking english to people (or heck, in alsace probably even try german)

so regrettably i'll get food from an american fast food chain this evening because it does not involve talking