Part 1: I called Jason today. It went great. I explained where I was coming from. He told me where he was coming from. He was super happy I called. I was super happy he answered. All is well in the world.

Part 2: Partial payment.

One whole month could be dedicated to paying your bill at a restaurant.

Tonight is partial payment day.

Tonight a server told me this story.

He waited on a couple who were having dinner. They ordered well, a bottle of wine, etc.

At the end of the meal he presented the check.

The bill was $187.

They gave him a gift card with a $100. And a credit card for the rest. The balance was $87.

They signed the slip tipping 20%. On the remaining balance. $17.

This happens a lot.

Last week it was a table who had people throw in cash. The credit card was run for the balance. The tip was 20% of the balance.

Yes. Yes. Yes. I know people make mistakes.

But my staff can’t pay their rent with your mistake. And every restaurant in America, will fire you if you ever approach a table about a tip.

So instead. The server cries in the wait station.

And takes the $17 you left to the bar to drown their sorrows.

So please. Please. Please. Pay attention when paying your check.