A woman was left disappointed by her boyfriend’s behavior on her birthday and decided to take matters into her own hands when it came to splitting the bill at a fancy restaurant for their anniversary. She had hoped he would offer to cover the bill as an apology, but when he didn’t, she paid for 70% of the meal. Her boyfriend accused her of embarrassing him and acting like a spoiled brat. Read on to find out who’s in the wrong.
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A planned surprise for birthdays and anniversary at fancy restaurants.

Agreeing to split the bill – no embarrassment, no stress

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Birthday ruined by inconsiderate boyfriend prioritizing football over celebration

She went above and beyond, but was it worth it?

Boyfriend’s awkward offer to split bill at fancy restaurant

Woman pays 70% of fancy restaurant bill, was it worth it?

Boyfriend calls girlfriend spoiled for splitting fancy restaurant bill

Birthday ruined and split bill leads to boyfriend’s selfishness.

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Navigating money matters in relationships can be tricky

Redditor receives judgement and advice after awkward restaurant experience.

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Reconsidering my relationship after splitting the bill at a restaurant

Splitting the bill at a fancy restaurant goes wrong
A woman splits the bill with her boyfriend at a fancy restaurant for their anniversary dinner but pays for 70% of the meal. She was hurt by the way her boyfriend treated her on her birthday and was hoping he would offer to cover the bill as a gesture of apology. The boyfriend claims that she humiliated him by changing the plan and paying for only her food and wine. The woman is now seeking advice on whether she was in the wrong for being annoyed. Read on to find out what the internet thinks and offer your own opinion.
NTA…Tell him he needs to be grateful and put in effort

Boyfriend prioritizes image over girlfriend’s birthday, relationship red flag.

Boyfriend’s behavior raises red flags, commenters advise to reconsider relationship

Commenter suggests to believe partner’s actions and move on.

Don’t let anyone manipulate you into accepting less ♀️ You deserve better

Boyfriend gives girlfriend allergic gift, time to upgrade?

Birthday dinner disaster: selfish boyfriend watches game, ignores allergy

Boyfriend shows lack of maturity and empathy, find someone better

Boyfriend lacks thoughtfulness, but split bills shouldn’t be embarrassing.

Commenter calls out age-gap relationship dynamics, disapproves of boyfriend’s lack of effort.

Boyfriend ruins birthday dinner, lies about work calls. NTA, dump him

NTA. Boyfriend’s lack of effort on birthday shows ‘weaponized incompetence’.

NTA for splitting the bill. Boyfriend’s birthday fail shows relationship issues.

You deserve better Dump the 35-year-old baby.

A sweet gesture or a cheap move? Birthday gift debate.

Allergic to strawberries, but he forgot.

Stand up for yourself and don’t settle for mediocrity

Dump him!

Pros and cons list suggests a deeper evaluation is needed.

Grateful OP realizes pattern of behavior and considers leaving boyfriend

Boyfriend embarrassed to split bill, but you did nothing wrong ♀️

Dump him if he doesn’t care about your dietary restrictions

Choosing self-respect over embarrassment: Empowering NTA comment.

Dump the jerk and get a guy who respects you

Concerns raised over age gap and boyfriend’s lack of effort

Setting boundaries in relationships is important. NTA for speaking up.

Don’t let him guilt-trip you, you did nothing wrong ♀️

Commenter sympathizes with OP, but suggests she communicated her expectations poorly.
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Red flags alert! Is it time to reconsider this relationship?

Dump the a**hole, it’s not worth the embarrassment

Encouraging comment for young woman to enjoy life,

Boyfriend embarrassed to split bill, but waitress doesn’t care ️

Communication breakdown leads to restaurant embarrassment for both parties

Dump him You deserve a caring and romantic partner ❤️
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Standing up for yourself is always worth it #NTA

Your partner doesn’t value you, you deserve better

Encouraging comment, NTA judgment

Splitting the bill sparks boyfriend’s annoyance.

Age ain’t nothing but a number, but respect is everything

Allergy awareness and restaurant etiquette in relationships.

Boyfriend wants social credit for paying, but doesn’t validate feelings

Your partner doesn’t value you. You deserve better

Commenter questions relationship, no apparent positives

Dump the immature jerk, you deserve better ♀️

Partner’s allergies and lack of attention raise red flags.

The age-old debate of splitting the bill

Boyfriend fails to deliver surprise, blames girlfriend. NTA.

Commenter advises to break up after 3 years together.

Your boyfriend’s behavior is unacceptable. You deserve better

When the truth hurts…
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Boyfriend forgets allergy after 3 years. NTA deserves better

Don’t let him gaslight you! You deserve better

NTA for splitting the bill, but is the boyfriend worth keeping?

Dump him and treat yourself to a fancy meal ️

Dump him! You deserve someone who values you and your health.

Age is just a number: finding love and splitting bills

Harsh advice for a bad date

Boyfriend prioritizes football game over girlfriend’s birthday, NTA for splitting bill ⚽

3 years and still arguing about splitting the bill?
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Communicate openly with your boyfriend ️ . Good luck!

Is it time to reconsider the relationship?

Dump him You deserve better than someone who disregards your allergies.
