Love might be priceless, but this guy definitely tried to get it comped. A North Carolina fine dining server is going viral after sharing the most unhinged reservation note she’s ever received. First, the soon-to-be groom (allegedly) asked if the hostess could join him and his girlfriend for dinner.
If that’s not weird enough, he then casually wondered if the entire meal could be free. His reason? He “guesses” he might be proposing that night, but didn’t exactly have the funds. The internet’s response has been one for the books. “Sir, if you can’t afford the appetizers, maybe hold off on the lifelong commitment,” one commenter wrote.
Unorthodox Proposal?
Bri’s (@b.tbo92) half-minute clip has set a fire with 46,000 views. Amid background laughter, Bri succinctly tells the story that has hundreds laughing in her comments section. She starts, “OK, I need to do a dramatic reading of this reservation note we just got.”
Before she gets into it, Bri briefly mentions how, when making a reservation, customers can also leave a note for the restaurant to see. She then reads the note line by line. It’s comically short, straightforward, and … bizarre?
She reads, “’Oh, can I have one of your hosts sit with us and enjoy a meal together? Just us three. Also, can I have the restaurant pay for my meal? I guess I’m proposing to my girlfriend and don’t have that much money, but wanna eat somewhere good for a change.”
As she finishes reading, Bri’s co-workers can be heard in the background howling in laughter. As Bri joins in on the fun, someone in the back says, “What do you mean ‘I guess?’ The clip ends, and the viewers are left simultaneously baffled and humored.
Is Proposing at a Restaurant a Good Idea?
As common as restaurant proposals go, the internet is split on whether it is a good idea. On February 24, Brides.com posted an article titled, “How to Plan the Perfect Restaurant Proposal.” Mentioned at the beginning of the article was, “The best proposal locations—whether a restaurant, vacation locale, or backyard—are the ones that played a role in the couple’s history.” So, not only is Mr. Comp-My-Meal broke, but he wasn’t even planning a sentimental proposal. He specifically mentioned wanting to dine “somewhere good for a change.”
On the other hand, The Daily Meal posted “6 Reasons You Should Never Propose In A Restaurant.” Among the list were unoriginality, having an audience, and being attention-seeking. However, it seems that’s exactly what Bri’s customer was aiming for.
@b.tbo92 “I guess” hahahaha what’s going on!!!!
♬ original sound – Bri ?
The Comments Section is in Shambles
Even after viewing the hilarious TikTok, Bri’s viewers brought another layer of comedy. One of them perfectly summarizes the entire situation: “Can someone third wheel my proposal? Also, I’m broke.”
Another viewer says, “They need moral AND financial support.” While another jokes, “Like sir you might have bigger fish to fry than a proposal.”
Someone asks, “Can you reject a reservation bc if u can I think u should,” to which Bri responds, “I don’t think we have.”
One viewer, among many dying to know the result, inquires, “How old did they end up being??” Bri responds, “Like mid 30s lol.”
Finally, if you happen to be a note-leaver for restaurants, this one’s for you. One viewer says, “I stopped leaving notes bc I just assumed yall don’t read them (I never said anything weird just like “would love a booth if available ”) SO finding out you all do read them & people leave notes like this is so funny.”
Bri answered, “Oh we read them!! Most are normal like you mentioned but occasionally we get sh-t like this and it’s top tier entertainment.”
The Mary Sue reached out to Bri via email for comment.
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