A woman claims that Uber finds ways to offer free food when people make their orders, suggesting all it takes is a little kindness.
Emma Kate Boyd, a content creator on TikTok, shared her experience, saying that a nice caption can work wonders. For her order from Miss Chu, a Vietnamese restaurant in Melbourne, she simply wrote, “I’m a Love Miss Chu” in the app’s notes.
She proudly reported that this led to a complimentary dessert. “It really is that simple—spread a little love, and you get a little love back,” she said.
News.com.au reached out to Uber Eats for insight into how often restaurants provide free items but couldn’t get a clear answer. However, it’s believed to happen occasionally across the platform.
Boyd’s video gained traction, racking up over 40,000 views as others tried the same approach and documented their experiences. One user mentioned they received a full refund after writing a sweet note. Another noted that their order just got messed up instead.
Some commenters felt she shouldn’t be sharing this tip so widely. “Don’t let everyone know!” one urged.
On the flip side, some users reported little to no success with the strategy. “I’ve been trying this for five years, and nothing ever came for free,” one person lamented. “Sadly, a lot of folks aren’t fans of kindness.”
This discussion was sparked after another woman, Emily Remus, recently mentioned a clever tactic for scoring larger portions by using a man’s name when ordering, as it seemed to lead to more generous servings based on the assumption that men typically have bigger appetites.
She backed her claim by ordering the same meal from Chipotle several times, noting that the orders with a male name seemed heftier each time.
Later, delivery drivers also chimed in with tips for maximizing orders from services like Uber Eats, emphasizing that honesty is key. They suggested customers join loyalty programs, which may provide free meals to new users.
Moreover, a birthday can often mean free food for customers, with some users taking advantage of this annually.
