I used to feel the same way you did until my money became more precious to me (=blame it on the economy).
Yes, people make mistakes. Doesn't mean you need to be nasty or crude to the server. But you're paying for a product and if you're brought the wrong one, it's your duty to inform them unless, of course, you're happy with the error.
It's also a reasonable expectation to eat your meal with others in your party, so sometimes we have to sacrifice getting what we requested. In that case, you should at least have the choice of replacing the meal for what you requested, a credit or some sort of compensation (the free drinks, in your case). There should have been a full credit for the onion rings.
It's always your call and depends upon the situation, but it's your money. You shouldn't have to be embarassed to get what you pay for.
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