I find your bribe a hostess video to be offensive and just plain wrong. Chowhound should not be promoting this activity. It is not far to the other customers or the owners of the establishment. If the host or hostess is selling... (0 replies, last updated by normalheightsfoodie September 11, 2008)

There was a fascinating article in yesterday’s NYPost – which I’ve failed to find online for purposes of posting a link – but anyway... The reporter went to several hot restaurants w/out a reservation and... (9 replies, last updated by Jim Leff October 1, 2000)

to a table, and I slipped him $50 to thank him. (I generally am a generous tipper, but have never tipped a maitre d' — let alone bribed my way into a restaurant — before in my life.) Five minutes later he came back to... (48 replies, last updated by MATSON JONES March 14, 2005)

the appearance of bribing potential customers." This guide gives a list of 20 off-limits restaurants — they’re too good and invitations to them might be thought of as bribes. Here’s the list: Boulevard, French... (4 replies, last updated by Jennie Sheeks February 19, 2003)

a generous tipper, but have never tipped a maitre d' — let alone bribed my way into a restaurant — before in my life.) Five minutes later he came back to the table and handed me a business card with his cell phone... (12 replies, last updated by Tristan February 12, 2005)

were really taken aback as this to us is the antithesis of what chowhounds believe. To Quote the manifesto “ Chowhounds blaze trails.. while they appreciate ambiance and service, they can't be fooled by flash” To... (67 replies, last updated by susancinsf August 3, 2008)

I recently read a great article on how to bribe your way into a booked restaurant (linked below). I was wondering if any folks have tried this locally. Which DC/Baltimore area restaurants did you try to bribe your way into? What... (0 replies, last updated by PoolBoy April 12, 2004)

The thread on "bribing" the Maitre D' put a question in jfood’s head. Just trying to gain some perspective. There have been many posts over the years about how to handle the “extra” tip one gives a server for... (6 replies, last updated by xanadude July 21, 2008)

I’m thinking of taking my husband there as a bribe to come see my show at the Northport theatre. He loves German food. Is this restaurant worth it? I know it’s been around for a very long time, but just curious as to... (0 replies, last updated by CurlieGlamourGirlie October 23, 2007)

I tried Sioma’s Pizza and Barbecue (where Jake’s BBQ had been located). The bbq was OK but I have to say that the atmosphere is much the same and one glance into the kitchen and I thought, I don’t know how much... (0 replies, last updated by The Scribe September 22, 2005)

Have you tried bribeing some of the Pink’s staff?? (3 replies, last updated by Phurstluv July 23, 2009)

CPK has the granddaddy of the BBQ Chicken Pizzas (not a fan myself). However, I think they only do smoothies but they do have ice cream so maybe you can bribe someone. Or go to Water Tower Place and get CPK to go, take it... (1 reply, last updated by ferret September 17, 2008)

I’m trying to find it too! I was in Venice just yesterday and LOVED the drink! I even tried to bribe the waiter into selling me a bottle! He told me it was made with cantelope. If you know how to get ahold of either the... (1 reply, last updated by Lisa January 6, 2005)

it was a blue bag with transparent front and I’m almost sure that “better then downtown” was the slogan. Would love to find it if it’s available by mail or just know it’s name so I can bribe some... (0 replies, last updated by ads November 15, 2004)

I’m trying to bribe a student into bringing me back a few sweet and sour baguettes this weekend. What market closest to campus should I send her to? TIA! I tried calling their distribution number, but unfortunately this... (4 replies, last updated by chezchristine February 17, 2007)