refused service because of bad tipping

RACER X · 02-24-2010, 10:20 AM

http://www.click2houston.com/money/22655961/detail.html

Customer Dubbed Poor Tipper Refused Service
NC Woman Starts Petition Demanding Fair Treatment

POSTED: Wednesday, February 24, 2010
UPDATED: 8:27 am CST February 24, 2010

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- A woman who says a local restaurant is refusing to serve her has started a petition to boycott the establishment. But Kampai Japanese Steak and Seafood House restaurant owners say they refuse to serve her because she is such a poor tipper, WXII-TV reported.

Monica Covington said her spat with the restaurant began in 2008.

"I noticed on our ticket that they added 18 percent gratuity and there was only two others with me at the time," Covington said.

The restaurant menu states that a 15 percent gratuity will be added to parties of six or more. Covington said she complained, but paid anyway.

When she returned to the restaurant a month later, Covington said she was informed that she would have to pay an 18 percent gratuity if she wanted to dine there.

"Before we could even get seated, we got into the door and they came to me and said, 'If you aren't willing to pay the 18 percent gratuity, then we can't serve you,'" she said.

Covington said she felt slighted and decided to start a petition demanding fair business practices. So far, 300 people have signed.

Kampai manager Michael Lam said Covington is a poor tipper, and after a number instances of her failing to tip accordingly, the restaurant ran into problems.

When asked if he refused Covington service, Lam said, "Yes, because we can't keep continuing to serve her anymore because the servers and chefs are not willing to serve her."

Lam said he's shocked by news of the petition, which reflects poorly on his business that has been in Winston-Salem for 13 years.

Winston-Salem attorney Carl Parrish said North Carolina law allows businesses to dictate payment terms upfront and to refuse to serve customers who don't agree to the terms, as long as civil liberties aren't in violation.

But Covington insists the business is discriminating against her.

"This petition is to make sure everyone who goes out there gets fair treatment," she said.

Dave · 02-24-2010, 10:23 AM

god i hope that twit is white

Homeslice · 02-24-2010, 10:26 AM

Someone's obviously lying.......

They probably looked at her and saw she was some dumb old bat who probably wouldn't tip (not gonna get into race here, but I have my theories), so they applied the tip and hoped she wouldn't notice.

Particle Man · 02-24-2010, 10:34 AM

Shitty service = minimal tip

however, if she's just a shitty tipper despite decent service, eff her.

Rider · 02-24-2010, 10:37 AM

If automatically adding gratuity to a bill for everyone is standard procedure, I have no problem with that...although, I would probably not eat there, but if they add it to only here bill just because she is a habitually poor tipper, than yeah, fuck that bitch.

Kaneman · 02-24-2010, 10:37 AM

WTF?!?!? Why would any sane person beg to go to or hire a lawyer to get them into a private establishment that does not want them eating there?

It'd be like if I invited some coworkers for an NFL game, food, and beer....and the coworker I didn't invite fucking sued me for it. Unreal.

pauldun170 · 02-24-2010, 11:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave

god i hope that twit is white

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Kaneman · 02-24-2010, 11:11 AM

OHHHHH SNAP!!!!!

What'd I tell you motherfuckers!!

http://www.twowheelfix.com/showthread.php?t=11583

Rider · 02-24-2010, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kaneman

OHHHHH SNAP!!!!!

What'd I tell you motherfuckers!!

http://www.twowheelfix.com/showthread.php?t=11583

You are the man.

pauldun170 · 02-24-2010, 11:13 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kaneman

OHHHHH SNAP!!!!!

What'd I tell you motherfuckers!!

http://www.twowheelfix.com/showthread.php?t=11583

02-24-2010, 10:20 AM	#1
RACER X AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Richmond, Tx Moto: '10 Tuono Factory Posts: 4,569	refused service because of bad tipping http://www.click2houston.com/money/22655961/detail.html Customer Dubbed Poor Tipper Refused Service NC Woman Starts Petition Demanding Fair Treatment POSTED: Wednesday, February 24, 2010 UPDATED: 8:27 am CST February 24, 2010 WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. -- A woman who says a local restaurant is refusing to serve her has started a petition to boycott the establishment. But Kampai Japanese Steak and Seafood House restaurant owners say they refuse to serve her because she is such a poor tipper, WXII-TV reported. Monica Covington said her spat with the restaurant began in 2008. "I noticed on our ticket that they added 18 percent gratuity and there was only two others with me at the time," Covington said. The restaurant menu states that a 15 percent gratuity will be added to parties of six or more. Covington said she complained, but paid anyway. When she returned to the restaurant a month later, Covington said she was informed that she would have to pay an 18 percent gratuity if she wanted to dine there. "Before we could even get seated, we got into the door and they came to me and said, 'If you aren't willing to pay the 18 percent gratuity, then we can't serve you,'" she said. Covington said she felt slighted and decided to start a petition demanding fair business practices. So far, 300 people have signed. Kampai manager Michael Lam said Covington is a poor tipper, and after a number instances of her failing to tip accordingly, the restaurant ran into problems. When asked if he refused Covington service, Lam said, "Yes, because we can't keep continuing to serve her anymore because the servers and chefs are not willing to serve her." Lam said he's shocked by news of the petition, which reflects poorly on his business that has been in Winston-Salem for 13 years. Winston-Salem attorney Carl Parrish said North Carolina law allows businesses to dictate payment terms upfront and to refuse to serve customers who don't agree to the terms, as long as civil liberties aren't in violation. But Covington insists the business is discriminating against her. "This petition is to make sure everyone who goes out there gets fair treatment," she said. __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ 2014 GROM! 181cc of FURY 2010 Aprilia Tuono Factory - SOLD 2009 SFV Gladius - SOLD 2008 Hayabusa - SOLD.

02-24-2010, 10:34 AM	#4
Particle Man Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central NY Moto: 2003 SV650S Posts: 14,959	Shitty service = minimal tip however, if she's just a shitty tipper despite decent service, eff her. __________________ I'm not "fat." I'm "Enlarged to show texture." Handle every stressful situation like a DOG: If you can't eat it or hump it, pi$$ on it & walk away.

02-24-2010, 10:37 AM	#6
Kaneman AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Odessa, TX Moto: 2000 Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird Posts: 4,931	WTF?!?!? Why would any sane person beg to go to or hire a lawyer to get them into a private establishment that does not want them eating there? It'd be like if I invited some coworkers for an NFL game, food, and beer....and the coworker I didn't invite fucking sued me for it. Unreal. __________________ 1982 Honda XR80 - blown motor, 1993 Kawasaki ZX6D - sold, 2001 Suzuki Bandit 1200S - sold, 1984 Honda Magna - sold, 2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R - blown motor, 2007 Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom - totalled, 2003 Yamaha FZ1 - sold, 1994 Honda Magna - sold, 2001 Honda CBR600F4i - sold, 1998 Suzuki DR350 - stolen, 1989 Honda Super Magna - sold, 2007 Yamaha Stratoliner, 2000 Honda CBR 1100XX Blackbird

02-24-2010, 11:11 AM	#8
Kaneman AMA Supersport Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Odessa, TX Moto: 2000 Honda CBR1100XX Blackbird Posts: 4,931	OHHHHH SNAP!!!!! What'd I tell you motherfuckers!! http://www.twowheelfix.com/showthread.php?t=11583 __________________ 1982 Honda XR80 - blown motor, 1993 Kawasaki ZX6D - sold, 2001 Suzuki Bandit 1200S - sold, 1984 Honda Magna - sold, 2001 Kawasaki ZRX1200R - blown motor, 2007 Suzuki DL1000 V-Strom - totalled, 2003 Yamaha FZ1 - sold, 1994 Honda Magna - sold, 2001 Honda CBR600F4i - sold, 1998 Suzuki DR350 - stolen, 1989 Honda Super Magna - sold, 2007 Yamaha Stratoliner, 2000 Honda CBR 1100XX Blackbird

02-24-2010, 10:23 AM	#2
Dave Chaotic Neutral Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Cherry Hill NJ Moto: GV1200 Madura, Hawk gt Posts: 13,992	god i hope that twit is white

02-24-2010, 10:26 AM	#3
Homeslice Elitist Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Moto: Gix 750 Posts: 11,351	Someone's obviously lying....... They probably looked at her and saw she was some dumb old bat who probably wouldn't tip (not gonna get into race here, but I have my theories), so they applied the tip and hoped she wouldn't notice.

02-24-2010, 10:37 AM	#5
Rider Moto GP Star Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 12,156	If automatically adding gratuity to a bill for everyone is standard procedure, I have no problem with that...although, I would probably not eat there, but if they add it to only here bill just because she is a habitually poor tipper, than yeah, fuck that bitch.