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Bob, I understand how you feel.  This type of experience has happened to me as well.  tried to explain the meaning  what a "regular customer" is to an assistant manager (she actually speaks English well)  and what it means in my culture.  This concept does not appear to translate well.  I stopped going to a local place after 7 years because the service was just awful and rude.  So, unless you live in a really small town find somewhere else go to.  

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susanlea
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Everyone hates you Bob.

bob smith
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I’m now back in my home? or the place that I call home,. i.e the area where I do my visa..   I’ve just been for a meal at a regular hangout of mine.   Never again!   The

susanlea
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Tell them you are friends with Sue. They will treat you well, give discount.

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  On 7/17/2024 at 3:17 AM, sqwakvfr said:

Bob, I understand how you feel.  This type of experience has happened to me as well.  tried to explain the meaning  what a "regular customer" is to an assistant manager (she actually speaks English well)  and what it means in my culture.  This concept does not appear to translate well.  I stopped going to a local place after 7 years because the service was just awful and rude.  So, unless you live in a really small town find somewhere else go to.  

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spot on mate.

 

there's always next door.

 

bob.

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  On 7/17/2024 at 2:03 AM, 2baht said:

Nobody agrees with you, read all the comments on all your threads. Some posters who are bored as well play along with you is what is really happening. 

 

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One post to state my opinion on bobs threads. Here you are as well with a couple of posts. Lets check back tomorrow and see how many more posts we each make.

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  On 7/17/2024 at 3:19 AM, bob smith said:

spot on mate.

 

there's always next door.

 

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But you know the only place in LOS where I get consistent treatment is at 7-11.  The young kids  there are courteous, attentive and can do more than just ring up my beer.  I was really impressed when I went to a local 7-11 where a mob of non English speaking and non Thai speaking Chinese had invaded the location and one was trying to buy a sim card without success. But the kids behind the counter maintained there composure and kept on going.  These 7-11 kids set the example on customer service and all this for a mere 350 Baht per day. I have left generous tips and even Starbucks Gift cards during Christmas at my former usual restaurant and by early January the rude and awful "service" kept going. Rude and poor service is not everywhere in LOS but it does exist and it is only matter of time before someone is lucky enough to feel it. After more than 7 years here I know for a fact that I did not do anything to recieve awful and rude service from anyone in the Thai service industry.  

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  On 7/17/2024 at 4:15 AM, Artisi said:

That's so mean, I'll bet they're absolutely shattered by such a low act.

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good.

 

they need to up their game.

 

hit em where it hurts is my motto.

right in the pocket!

 

bob.

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  On 7/17/2024 at 4:41 AM, bob smith said:

good.

 

they need to up their game.

 

hit em where it hurts is my motto.

right in the pocket!

 

bob.

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yep, I'm sure they will miss your over generous Bht 20 tips.

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  On 7/17/2024 at 4:43 AM, Artisi said:

yep, I'm sure they will miss your over generous Bht 20 tips.

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I used to do 100 baht tips regularly.

Now I feel like a complete mug.

 

But lesson learned.

 

And if everyone thought the way I do then waitresses would be on the streets.

those 20 baht tips add up.

 

but yeah, they aint getting anything from me again.

may as well give it to the birds.

 

bob.

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  On 7/17/2024 at 4:57 AM, john donson said:

people are tired on this forum with your bull  , so you seem to be the same charming in real life too

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what did I do?

 

just sitting there ordering a meal?

was it my posture?
my shirt?

my hairstyle?

 

bob.

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  On 7/16/2024 at 7:50 AM, fredwiggy said:

That's the crux of it all. Waitresses and waiters get a lot of crapola from some customers and many don't leave tips. 

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I never tip, and the restaurants I frequent in Chiang Mai always seem happy that my pal and I eat and drink there.

They also remember our orders and always seem happy to see us.

 

If they want higher wages, that's between them and their employer, not my business.

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  On 7/17/2024 at 5:10 AM, BritManToo said:

I never tip, and the restaurants I frequent in Chiang Mai always seem happy that my pal and I eat and drink there.

They also remember our orders and always seem happy to see us.

 

If they want higher wages, that's between them and their employer, not my business.

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well said mate.

 

bob.

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  On 7/17/2024 at 5:10 AM, BritManToo said:

I never tip, and the restaurants I frequent in Chiang Mai always seem happy that my pal and I eat and drink there.

They also remember our orders and always seem happy to see us.

 

If they want higher wages, that's between them and their employer, not my business.

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Tips as pay aren't like they are in the US. Waitresses and waiters get a very small salary and expect tips to compensate. Here they get paid the usual 200-300 baht a day like most other jobs countrywide  and tips are extras. Employers in the states get away with this low salary and it's plain wrong. They should get minimum wage at least. Tips paid are for good service.

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  On 7/17/2024 at 1:40 AM, bob smith said:

I don't do it for attention at all.

 

I do it to highlight the social issues/injustices in this country.

 

people who don't delude themselves also agree with me.

 

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I guess you haven't been able to do these kind of postings in the UK, so, now with

 

  On 7/17/2024 at 1:40 AM, bob smith said:

I don't do it for attention at all.

 

I do it to highlight the social issues/injustices in this country.

 

people who don't delude themselves also agree with me.

 

bob.

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The same social and injustices you complain about here, are the same all over the world in all walks of life. I get the impression you're a lonely old man and this forum is your only outlet? Shame I guess, so we will all have to put up with your rantings. 

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  On 7/17/2024 at 3:17 AM, sqwakvfr said:

tried to explain the meaning  what a "regular customer" is to an assistant manager (she actually speaks English well)

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Regular customer is “look kaa brajum” 

I doubt if a waitress in a thai restaurant would understand “regular customer”

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  On 7/17/2024 at 3:17 AM, sqwakvfr said:

Bob, I understand how you feel.  This type of experience has happened to me as well.  tried to explain the meaning  what a "regular customer" is to an assistant manager (she actually speaks English well)  and what it means in my culture.  This concept does not appear to translate well.  I stopped going to a local place after 7 years because the service was just awful and rude.  So, unless you live in a really small town find somewhere else go to.  

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  On 7/17/2024 at 7:18 AM, MalcolmB said:

Regular customer is “look kaa brajum” 

I doubt if a waitress in a thai restaurant would understand “regular customer”

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And that's why he tried explaining it to an assistant manager who speaks English well, and not a waitress.

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  On 7/17/2024 at 4:57 AM, bob smith said:

what did I do?

 

just sitting there ordering a meal?

was it my posture?
my shirt?

my hairstyle?

 

bob.

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Maybe she was having her period or her boss was being an A-hole. Go back with a smile bob and try again. Ask her if she is in a good mood today "Arom Dee Mia ? "

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