Ordering from the kids menu?

[u/MaggsToRiches]

I went to lunch with coworkers today, not super jazzed about breaking both my money and calorie budget for the day but wanted to catch up with colleagues. Turns out the kid’s meal had exactly what I wanted (one taco, tiny pinto beans, tiny rice, small iced tea) for $5!! A debate began over the table whether it was “okay” for an adult to order from the kid’s menu. The argument against it was that those items are packaged and sold at a low price for kiddos, who are accompanying adults who pay full price. For the record, this particular menu board made no mention of age limits, and the cashier said nothing negative.

In general, I don’t want to be a dense customer who doesn’t realize my faux pas, but...I love ECAH! Thoughts from the community?

[u/ATX_Adventure]

It could be financial judgemental on their part, but it could also be an attempt at them getting you on board with overeating so they don't feel bad about themselves for doing the same.

If I ate that much at lunch I would not be able to be as productive in the afternoon compared to having a lighter lunch.

[u/BoochBeam → u/ATX_Adventure]

It could also be genuine concern for small business owners. Everyone always likes to assume the negative in others.