So, oh about 6 or 7 years ago I worked at the CCF (cheesecake factory) at the Biltmore. I don't remember what day of the week it was, but I remember being almost done with my shift and the manager comes up to me and says hey I have a party of 9 guys I need you to get right on!! It kind of went like this.
Nina: "Ugh!! You're kidding right? I really have to deal with these guys."
Manager: "Um yes you do!!"
(as I go up to the table)
Nina: "Hey what do you guys want to drink." (as I am rolling my eyes)
Andre (one of Donovan's closest friends): "Ummmm, I'm sorry did we do something to make you mad?"
Nina: "No, other than I have to serve you rather than going home, so let's speed this up."
Andre: "Do you know who we are? Do you know who this guy is?" (As he points to Donovan)
Nina: "No, and I really don't care!! But, I am sure you think I should treat you like you are some famous person. Oh, was that what you wanted to tell me, was that he is famous? Cause I am pretty in tune with who comes in and out of here and I have never seen you on TV or in the movies so spare me."
Colby (another friend): "Oh wow guys we just got dissed from a server."
Donovan: "No, it's cool, just bring us all Strawberry Lemonade, we will make it quick."
Manager: "Oh my gosh, Nina you have to do me a favor, get his autograph. That's Donovan McNabb!!"
Nina: "Who the crap is Donovan McNabb?"
Manager: "Are you serious? He is the quarterback of the Eagles. Anyways, please ask for his autograph for my son."
Nina (as I am bring back their drinks): "So, apparently I feel like a complete idiot and you are really some famous guy on TV, just not what I watch."
9 guys at the table: (LOL< LOL
Nina: "Even if you play the Cardinals."
Donovan: "Yes maam, even if we play the Cardinals, and beat them. Otherwise, I will ask right now to switch servers! (wink)"
Nina: "Ok it's a deal."
So, here we are and he has been my favorite ever since. Besides the fact that he is the honestly a really good guy.
Every sunday, I get a constant reminder (when I use to work at CCF and even in 2007 when I worked at the Chandler one) from Andre, who comes in and sits at one particular place and has his yummy waffles with extra chantilly cream. He reminded me constantly about the nasty server they once had!!
LOL
GO PHILLY'S!!
2 comments:
What a fun story!!! Wish I could meet someone as cool as that! I would have the same reaction. I don't keep up with stuff like that.
Brian has been framing his new house down here in Gilbert for a while now, and has been WAITING for him to "stop by" and see it....
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