Not Allowed at Restaurant without Prior Permission
Hi all, so my fiance is the lead bartender at a pretty well known steak house in Dallas. Sometimes I would come in and sit at the bar and see her. On holidays or birthdays etc. Probably about 10 times per year. They've always been nice enough to cover my tab or a percentage. I don't drink so my tab has always been around $40.
This past week management passed a new rule.
"No spouses or signifiance others at the bar or lounge on Friday or Saturday, and must need prior permission before coming in on other days."
So if I want to come in, I now need to ask if I'm allowed first, and pretty much need a table for one in the main dining area.
My fiance is a great bartender and it never caused an issue with her performance. I also would have been happy to pay.
It really just hurts because I've always spoke very highly about them. I'm even getting my wedding cake from them. However, now I can't even go in without asking if I'm allowed first.
Does this seem normal for restaurant owner behavior? Or is this off the wall?