A group of six tried to convince their New York bartender to close up and just leave them on the patio after hours—because they wanted to keep chatting. Imagine being asked to lock up and go home while customers linger, insisting they 'know the owner' and promising not to cause trouble. For anyone who’s worked in restaurants, this hits a nerve: when is it okay to hang out after closing, and where’s the line between a fun night out and disrespecting staff? Have you ever witnessed or experienced this kind of late-night standoff? Let’s talk restaurant etiquette! #Food #RestaurantLife #NYC