Couple Shamed for Ordering Takeout for Their Kids During Dinner With Friends

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When it comes to dining out with friends, things can get complicated. One couple recently found themselves in hot water after ordering takeout for their kids during a dinner with friends. Despite having done this for years without issue, a new couple in the group took offense and accused them of being rude and 'trashy.' The situation escalated, and now the couple is wondering if they were in the wrong. Was their behavior really so bad, or were their friends overreacting? Read on to find out and weigh in with your opinion.

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🍣 Ordering takeout for kids at dinner with friends: Trashy or acceptable?

A couple has been shamed by their friends for ordering takeout food for their kids during a dinner out. The couple explains that they always get separate checks and have been doing this for the last five years without issue. However, a new couple joined their group and found it rude and trashy. The next day, the couple received a text from their friends saying that the new couple did not enjoy going out with them and that they were embarrassed.

The friends asked that they not order takeout anymore if this other couple was going to be dining with them. The couple feels that it was rude to ask them to change their behavior, especially since they had always done it without issue. They question whether or not they are in the wrong, and if ordering takeout for kids is acceptable when dining out with friends. What do you think? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

NTA for taking extra food home. Friends should dine separately.

whatsmypassword73 | whatsmypassword73

NTA for ordering takeout, as long as it's after dinner.

MommaGuy | MommaGuy

Parents shamed for ordering takeout with their kids. NTA, friends overreacted 🤷‍♀️

Peasplease25 | Peasplease25

NTA. Ordering takeout for kids caused unnecessary drama. 🍣👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

OkVideo3601 | OkVideo3601

Commenter defends takeout decision, baffled by criticism. 🤨

EssexCatWoman | EssexCatWoman

Don't let others shame you for feeding your kids takeout 🍔👶

Complex-Lemon-371 | Complex-Lemon-371

Friends shame couple for ordering takeout, but they're NTA 🤷‍♀️

involuntary_cynic | involuntary_cynic

New couple overreacts to takeout, causing tension in friend group 😒

Kenndrah | Kenndrah

Timing is key when ordering takeout at group dinners 🍜

xoxnothingxox | xoxnothingxox

Takeout is trashy? 🤔 New couple trying to assert dominance. NTA

zeusmom1031 | zeusmom1031

Feeding your own kids is not a crime 🙄

invomitous-rex | invomitous-rex

No harm in ordering takeout for kids, other couple overreacted 😒

photosbeersandteach | photosbeersandteach

Is ordering takeout during dinner with friends acceptable? 🤔

Usrname52 | Usrname52

Sushi takeout timing causes unnecessary dinner drama 🍣⏰

hgfkg | hgfkg

Standing up for your kids is always sweet 🍭

DERPY_SMOOG | DERPY_SMOOG

Who needs judgmental friends? NTA for ordering takeout! 🍱👍

No-Recognition3929 | No-Recognition3929

Supportive comment section, suggests finding new friends. ❤️

athomefarfromhome | athomefarfromhome

Don't let rude new friends shame you for takeout! NTA 🍲

Heraonolympia123 | Heraonolympia123

Judgmental friends? 🤔 NTA! Enjoy your takeout 🍔🍟

NotTheJury | NotTheJury

New friends expected more than just dinner, but didn't communicate 🤔

endlesstrains | endlesstrains

Don't let dinner plans shame your parenting choices! 🍽️

pricklypear90 | pricklypear90

Parents defend ordering takeout for kids during date night with friends 😎

Jinglebrained | Jinglebrained

Standing up for your parenting choices 💪

1Girl1Attic | 1Girl1Attic

Takeout isn't a big deal, the other couple needs to chill 😎

Talathia | Talathia

Defending against food shaming with NTA and a shrug 🤷‍♀️

RichBitchDress | RichBitchDress

Commenter defends couple criticized for ordering takeout for their kids.

jennsrivas | jennsrivas

Normal takeout order shamed by rude new couple. NTA.

joshusaidwhat | joshusaidwhat

Defending takeout with a side of sass 🍲💁‍♀️

Liamt2311 | Liamt2311

New couple tries to shame parents for ordering takeout for kids. NTA claps back.

bamf1701 | bamf1701

Ordering takeout during dinner with friends? NTA, just be considerate 🍱

Dioptre_8 | Dioptre_8

Don't let newcomers dictate your actions 🍔👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Ok_Pomegranate3775 | Ok_Pomegranate3775

Friendship drama over takeout: NTA prevails 🍜👍

vovansim | vovansim

Defend your takeout choice, friend might have ulterior motives 😏

deemossy | deemossy

Being an awesome parent is something to be proud of! 🎉👏 #NTA

notyouravgbelle | notyouravgbelle

Couple shamed for ordering takeout for their kids, but not the a**holes.

OilSeeYouL8er | OilSeeYouL8er

Being a considerate parent trumps dinner with judgmental friends 🍱👪

antiqueight | antiqueight

Cultural differences in takeout etiquette discussed with empathy 💬🍱

Oracle5of7 | Oracle5of7

Don't let food-shamers ruin your parenting. You're NTA 👏

Sweet_Caterpillar150 | Sweet_Caterpillar150

Ordering takeout isn't embarrassing, it's practical 🍱👌

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Ordering takeout after a meal? NTA, friends need to chill 😎

Sweet_Cantaloupe_288 | Sweet_Cantaloupe_288

Don't feel guilty for feeding your kids takeout 🍔🍟

hk3d | hk3d

No shame in ordering takeout for kids 👍

RoseCarrot | RoseCarrot

Friends judge couple for ordering takeout for kids during dinner 🤔

Bogglesthemind357 | Bogglesthemind357

Kind gesture wins approval 👍

Punkinpry427 | Punkinpry427

Being kind isn't always appreciated 🤷‍♀️ #NTA

Spare_Listen_1510 | Spare_Listen_1510

Defending parenting choices like a boss! 🙌🏼

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Stand your ground! Ordering takeout is totally normal 🍔🍟

doggirlie | doggirlie