The Rocks, Sydney: Pony Dining Exposes Customer's 'Wild' Act After CCTV Footage Surfaces
A high-end Sydney restaurant has shared a shocking customer's behavior on social media, revealing a vile act that has left many appalled.
Pony Dining in The Rocks posted a disturbing video on Instagram, showing a family of six dining at the restaurant. The footage captures a man in a white t-shirt reaching into his armpit, pulling out a hair, and then placing it on the meal in front of him. This appalling act was caught on CCTV, and the restaurant decided to share the video to expose the customer's behavior.
The restaurant's post read, "We don't usually share content like this." It continued, "After the meal was served, the guest raised a complaint about a hair in their food and refused to pay. During the interaction, our team witnessed unacceptable behavior." Pony Dining reported the incident to the police and shared the video to raise awareness for other hospitality venues.
Located in The Rocks, a prime area near Sydney Harbour, Pony Dining specializes in premium, dry-aged steaks and fresh seafood. The restaurant described the incident, stating, "They ordered a lot of food, including a Tomahawk. We tried to make them pay, but he refused. We called the police, but at that time, we didn't have the footage. The police advised it was a civil matter, and we asked them to pay for drinks before leaving."
The viral footage has sparked strong reactions from netizens. One person commented, "Wild... and the girls licking plates, what the hell?" Another agreed, stating, "Yes! We've seen this in our restaurant! Customers are not always right or nice. This is repulsive." Pony Dining responded, acknowledging the disturbing nature of the video, "We understand this isn't pleasant to watch. We appreciate the support for our team. Hospitality can be challenging, and we hope all venues feel empowered to protect their staff."
The restaurant has reported the incident to the police, who are now searching for the customers involved.
