‘It really is that simple’: How a kind message scored a free treat on Uber Eats
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Cracking the code to getting more value from your food delivery might be easier than you think.
What some customers have discovered could change the way you place your next order.
Here’s how a simple gesture sparked a surprising response on a popular app.
A simple act of kindness could be the secret to scoring free treats when ordering through food delivery apps, according to a savvy customer who shared her experience online.
Emma Kate Boyd, a content creator, revealed on social media that adding a heartfelt message in the order notes might be all it takes to receive unexpected extras. Recently, when ordering Vietnamese takeaway from Melbourne’s Miss Chu, she included the words ‘I f****** love Miss Chu’ in her order instructions.
Her reward? A complimentary dessert—a container of chocolate pudding—which she proudly showed off in her video. ‘It really is that simple–spread a little love, get a little love,’ she said.
This video quickly gained traction, amassing over 40,000 views, with many viewers sharing their own stories of receiving freebies or special gestures after leaving sweet notes for restaurants.
One user commented: ‘I wrote a cute note once and they refunded my whole order,’ while another said: ‘I did that and they just put hearts on my items.’
Source: TikTok/EmmaKateBoyd
Uber Eats confirmed that although they could not provide exact figures on how often restaurants give free items, it did happen occasionally on their platform.
Not everyone was thrilled by the revelation, with some warning that widespread use of this tactic might lead to restaurants catching on. ‘Don’t tell people this!’ one person urged.
Others were less fortunate, sharing that their attempts at kindness had not been rewarded. ‘I’ve done this for every order for five years and never got anything free,’ said one disappointed user. ‘Most people just hate kindness, sadly.’
This latest hack follows another viral story from last month, when Emily Lemus suggested that using a man’s name when ordering takeaway might lead to larger portions, as staff assume men have bigger appetites.
She tested this theory by ordering identical meals from Chipotle under different names and weighing the results, consistently finding the male-named order weighed more.
Meanwhile, a delivery driver also shared his tips on social media for getting the best out of apps like Uber Eats, advising customers not to resort to scams or lies. Instead, he encouraged people to join loyalty programs that often reward first-time customers with freebies.
He also pointed out that birthdays can be a reliable time to score free food, with some customers taking advantage of this annually like clockwork.
The simple notion of kindness and a few insider tips might just be the key to enhancing your next takeaway experience.
With so many meals ordered over the years, have you ever tried a little kindness to see what might come your way? Share your experiences with us in the comments.
What some customers have discovered could change the way you place your next order.
Here’s how a simple gesture sparked a surprising response on a popular app.
A simple act of kindness could be the secret to scoring free treats when ordering through food delivery apps, according to a savvy customer who shared her experience online.
Emma Kate Boyd, a content creator, revealed on social media that adding a heartfelt message in the order notes might be all it takes to receive unexpected extras. Recently, when ordering Vietnamese takeaway from Melbourne’s Miss Chu, she included the words ‘I f****** love Miss Chu’ in her order instructions.
Her reward? A complimentary dessert—a container of chocolate pudding—which she proudly showed off in her video. ‘It really is that simple–spread a little love, get a little love,’ she said.
This video quickly gained traction, amassing over 40,000 views, with many viewers sharing their own stories of receiving freebies or special gestures after leaving sweet notes for restaurants.
One user commented: ‘I wrote a cute note once and they refunded my whole order,’ while another said: ‘I did that and they just put hearts on my items.’
Source: TikTok/EmmaKateBoyd
Uber Eats confirmed that although they could not provide exact figures on how often restaurants give free items, it did happen occasionally on their platform.
Not everyone was thrilled by the revelation, with some warning that widespread use of this tactic might lead to restaurants catching on. ‘Don’t tell people this!’ one person urged.
Others were less fortunate, sharing that their attempts at kindness had not been rewarded. ‘I’ve done this for every order for five years and never got anything free,’ said one disappointed user. ‘Most people just hate kindness, sadly.’
This latest hack follows another viral story from last month, when Emily Lemus suggested that using a man’s name when ordering takeaway might lead to larger portions, as staff assume men have bigger appetites.
She tested this theory by ordering identical meals from Chipotle under different names and weighing the results, consistently finding the male-named order weighed more.
Meanwhile, a delivery driver also shared his tips on social media for getting the best out of apps like Uber Eats, advising customers not to resort to scams or lies. Instead, he encouraged people to join loyalty programs that often reward first-time customers with freebies.
He also pointed out that birthdays can be a reliable time to score free food, with some customers taking advantage of this annually like clockwork.
The simple notion of kindness and a few insider tips might just be the key to enhancing your next takeaway experience.
With so many meals ordered over the years, have you ever tried a little kindness to see what might come your way? Share your experiences with us in the comments.
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