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Old 06-30-2023, 07:22 AM
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Originally Posted by fdpaq0580 View Post
I hate your waitress. She told you that "oh pity me" tale to make you feel sorry for her and guilt trip you into giving her a bigger tip to make up for the (probably fictional) cheapskate. She sure enhanced your dining experience, didn't she. She had no business discussing any of her personal woes with any customer. Very, very unprofessional. Keep it professional.
I agree.

I guess everyone has a different mindset when dining out. I don't really want my server to get too chatty, or too friendly. I'm not looking for another dinner guest. Cheerful, polite, and efficient works best for me.