[redwitch]

I'm really stunned at some of the comments. You shouldn't pay a fee because you "split" the gyros yourself? Really? OK, deduct from the tip -- you saved your waitress some work. You didn't save the restaurant one penny. In fact, you cost the restaurant money with the use of extra utensils and plates.

A single at a table is a lot less work than two people and certainly generates less washing and cleaning. I frequently eat breakfast and lunch alone. I like to relax with a book and just have some quiet time. I don't expect to get extra utensils, extra plates, a 4-top, etc. I usually ask the host to simply seat me in a quiet, out-of-the-way corner. I double the amount of my food order and tip the server on that amount, not the amount of my tab.

As to a server saying they don't mind people splitting a meal, that's a new one on me as well. I've known many servers personally and talked to many when they've been slow. My daughter is presently a server and I talk to her and her friends. Yes, they'll graciously split a meal between two people but that doesn't mean they like it. It is more work and usually less tip.

The next time, both of you order an gyros and ask that the sauce be on the side (usually arrives in a to go container). That way, it is easy to cut it in half and reheat it without it getting soggy. So, you can split one gyros and take the other one home for a nice snack later (I usually cut them into quarters at home).

Sorry, I just don't get the pettiness of the OP or those who defended them.