Stealing
Not only is petty theft a crime, but it can also be incredibly damaging to businesses. Head bartender Laura Unterberg points out that the Fox Bar & Cocktail Club spends thousands every year on replacing stolen glassware, garnish picks, menus, and more. “For a small business that pays for employee health care and staff outings, that money could be much better spent.”
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Classifying a Drink as “Girly”
Never be ashamed of what you’re ordering and how it’s served. While Lee admits that this is fading away, some guests will ask for different glassware or pick flowers out of their drinks. “As a cocktail enthusiast, I feel everyone should be allowed to enjoy a colorful, fruity, fun, and, God forbid, pink drink,” says Lee. “To think an orchid or a stemmed glass can cause offense is hilarious, but also sad to me.”