As we try to eat less when we eat out, I have noted that a few times (less than 50%) of the time, when we order a light meal, the service is less than satisfactory.
We tend to feel it is because they feel the server, in this case, feels they will receive less of a tip, so they concentrate on the customers who order more.
This was just a vague thought until we stopped at J. Alexanders by the Mall (which normally has excellent service, although they have been slipping lately anyway) on the way back from Oklahoma City.
Aliene just ordered soup, since she can't eat much. I ordered light because I wasn't really hungry. We ordered coffee and a soft drink etc.
Not once were we asked "how are things" or "more coffee/another coke". The check was slapped down and the server didn't even ask if we wanted a dessert, which is a first!
Obviously we won't be returning to J. Alexanders soon, but we wonder if the poor service was because of the small check. Actually we always tip 20% and usually a little more for excellent service or if we eat a light meal.
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