A UK restaurant is going viral for its hilarious clapback at an influencer who demanded a free meal in exchange for a social media post.
Exposure Doesn't Pay the Bills
A Manchester UK-based restaurant called Lucky Ramen and Sushi shared an Instagram exchange between them and a bratty influencer. The influencer (who remained unnamed) asked for a free meal for themself and their partner in exchange for a post on their page. Lucky Ramen responded with beast-mode-level shade! "Oh, what a surprise! Another thrilling DM from a blue tick superstar asking for a free feast in exchange for an Insta post." They added, "We're just thrilled you appreciate our food, but hey, we appreciate paying customers even more!"
Restaurant Roasts Continues
The influencer lashed back at the restaurant, calling them "out of order" and questioning how they "dare" expose them. They went on to claim that they were "helping and promoting" the restaurant for free and that they deserved a free meal for their "time, labor, effort, and positive energy."
Lucky Ramen responded by apologizing for "uncovering their behind-the-scenes tactics" and trying to "make a living and s*t." They then asked the influencer back, requesting a glowing review and reminding them to "bon appétit + Arigato-the-fk-outta-here." Mic? Meet DROP!
The Internet Abides Lucky Ramen
Many netizens praised the restaurant for standing up to entitled influencers. The comment section of their Instagram story is filled with folks calling out the influencer's behavior and applauding the restaurant for their witty retort.
Look, we know one influencer's kind post can turn around a business, but get a clue, people. These days, everyone with 100 followers on Instagram thinks they are worthy of special treatment. Our advice to these folks comes from Cher during her amazing performance in Moonstruck. "Snap out of it!"
