Diners Slam Restaurant For Using ‘Skinny’ Test To Decide Who Pays Less
As the discussion continues, many are asking: Should any discount come at the cost of dignity?
A restaurant is getting roasted online after diners claimed it used a “skinny” test to decide who pays less. The policy is dressed up like a game, but the videos make it look like a humiliation ritual, with people literally trying to fit through gaps in exchange for discounts.
In the clip, a male diner is blocked again and again as he attempts the 15% discount gap, while friends laugh and make jokes. When he cannot squeeze through, he tries the 10% slot, still gets shut down, and finally wedges into the 5% space with a shrug like, “It’s better than nothing.” Another woman manages to slip through the 15% gap twice, and the comments go from “funny” to “disgusting” fast.
Now he’s wondering how a family dinner turned into a body-size obstacle course, and the internet is not letting the restaurant forget it.
As the discussion continues, many are asking: should any discount come at the cost of dignity?
Instagram/@amonthego15That’s when the “FULL PRICE SORRY” setup stops feeling like marketing and starts feeling like a trap for anyone who does not fit the restaurant’s measurements.
There are five total categories, with the first and widest gap labeled “FULL PRICE SORRY.”
The second opening offers a modest 5% discount, while the third provides 10% off the bill. The fourth category challenges diners to fit through an even narrower space in order to claim a 15% discount.
Finally, the fifth and smallest gap rewards those “skinny” enough to pass through with a generous 20% off their meal.
Ethical Considerations
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One person said, "We need this across all places."
While the man in Amina and Alex’s footage keeps getting blocked at 15% and 10%, the laughter from his friends makes the whole thing feel less like a discount and more like a spectacle.
This also echoes siblings debating unequal inheritance splits based on financial need.
Then the woman who squeezes through the 15% gap twice, plus the “boobs” punchline from her friend, flips the debate from “amusing” to “offensive” in seconds.
Footage shared by Amina and Alex captures a male diner trying to squeeze himself through the narrow 15% discount gap, while his friends laugh in the background.
"You need some butter," one onlooker jokes from the sidelines.
Unable to fit through, the diner then attempts the 10% discount slot, only to be blocked again.
Eventually, he manages to wedge himself into the 5% discount space, shrugging it off with a smile and saying, "It’s better than nothing, I suppose."
In a follow-up video, a woman is seen successfully slipping through the 15% gap not once, but twice, as one of her friends quips, "I didn’t think your boobs were gonna get through there."
The videos have since gone viral, sparking heated debate across social media. Many users have slammed the restaurant’s unusual discount policy as offensive and exclusionary.
"Wouldn’t eat there. That’s really discriminating," one Instagram user wrote.
A second added, "This is so wrong."
"What’s wrong with you? This can promote eating disorders. Let people enjoy their food and have a healthy weight," argued a third, while a fourth called it out as "so ridiculously rude and disrespectful."
Not everyone, however, took issue with the concept. Some users found it amusing, with one commenting, "We need this across all places."
And after the Instagram comments pile up about discrimination and how it could fuel eating disorders, people are left arguing about where the line should be between “a deal” and dignity.</p>
In his research, Ariely notes that when discounts are linked to arbitrary criteria, it can create resentment among customers.
He suggests that restaurants should instead focus on offering universal discounts that apply to everyone, regardless of appearance. This not only enhances customer satisfaction but also fosters a more inclusive atmosphere, ultimately benefiting the restaurant's reputation and customer loyalty.
The uproar over the 'skinny' discount system underscores a critical conversation about the ethical responsibilities of restaurants in their pricing strategies. This approach raises significant concerns about inclusivity and respect for all patrons. A restaurant's reputation hinges on its ability to create a welcoming environment, and such controversial systems can alienate potential customers rather than foster loyalty.
Equitable pricing practices that respect every individual’s dignity are not just good moral choices; they are smart business decisions. By prioritizing inclusivity, restaurants can strengthen their brand image and appeal to a broader audience. In the long run, embracing respect and fairness will benefit both the establishment and its customers, creating a more positive dining experience for everyone.
The family dinner did not end well, because nobody wants to pay less by being treated like a body-checking contest.
For a similar family fight over judgment and boundaries, read about a new mom who blocked visits after nonstop criticism.
