Buffets bring out interesting behaviour in people.
Something about unlimited food seems to make some of them forget their manners and show their true colours. Sure, it’s all you can eat, and you should feel free to fill your boots and get your money’s worth. However, some people take the you-know-what by doing these things.
1. They stack plates like skyscrapers.
Instead of a regular serving, they build a tower of food, balancing dishes that have no business being next to each other. Sauces, curries, and desserts all end up mingling in one overloaded plate. It’s like their eyes are in overdrive, totally ignoring what their stomach can actually handle.
2. They hold up the queue scanning for perfection.
They inspect every single piece of chicken, check every roll, and dig through trays to find the “best” one. Meanwhile, everyone behind them is stuck waiting. You’d think each bite was a life-or-death decision the way they go about it.
3. They camp at premium stations.
They find the most popular stations—like seafood or the carvery—and park themselves there, making it tricky for anyone else to get a look in. They’re not here to share; they’re here to be first in line for the next batch of crab legs.
4. They send scouts for insider updates.
With military precision, they send family or friends to stake out different stations and report back on what’s fresh. It’s like a tactical operation, making sure they hit up the best dishes first. Who knew buffet dining could be so strategic?
5. They hoard high-value items.
Their plate is piled with crab legs, prawns, and prime cuts—anything pricey. Cheaper options don’t even get a second look. It’s all about “getting their money’s worth,” even if it means ignoring most of the menu.
6. They create secret stashes.
They’re wrapping extra rolls or desserts in napkins and sneaking them into bags or pockets. It’s like they’re stocking up for an apocalypse instead of enjoying a meal. In a place with unlimited food, they’re still prepping for future hunger.
7. They police other people’s plates.
They’ll point out if someone’s taken too much or too little, as if they’re the buffet police. Instead of focusing on their own plate, they’re busy judging everyone else’s choices. It’s almost like they’ve got food anxiety, but masked as “concern” for other people.
8. They ignore the tongs and just drive right in.
They reach straight in with their fingers, even though there are perfectly good utensils right there. They’re so eager to grab food that hygiene goes out the window. In a shared space, it’s a guaranteed way to get everyone side-eyeing them.
9. They create hidden reserves.
They’ve got multiple plates stashed around the table, keeping extra supplies just in case. It’s less a meal and more like a mini food storage station. Clearly, they’re not convinced there’ll be enough, so they’re stockpiling just to be safe.
10. They time their visits strategically.
They know exactly when the kitchen brings out new servings, and they time it perfectly. Their whole meal is built around grabbing the freshest servings, making dining feel more like a tactical sport than a relaxing meal.
11. They sample everything carelessly.
They grab tiny bites of each dish but leave a trail of half-eaten food behind. They’re curious to try it all, but commitment? Not so much. It’s wasteful and shows a total disregard for the effort behind the food.
12. They block access while picking.
While they take their sweet time deciding, they’re holding up the entire station, oblivious to everyone else waiting. It’s like they’ve forgotten they’re not the only ones there, putting their own preferences over the whole buffet experience.
