Influencer Jake Shane got into a humorous beef with the popular restaurant Sugarfish over the issue of ordering sides of white rice. The 24-year-old influencer and podcast host shared on his Instagram stories that he had been unable to order a side of rice while dining at Sugarfish, despite hearing reports that they serve sides of rice to select customers. Sugarfish responded by stating that sides of rice are only allowed for children dining in at the restaurant, as some kids may not be interested in eating sushi and feeding them is positive for everyone’s dining experience. Shane asked if he could receive a side of rice just once and even offered to write them one of his infamous poems in exchange.
After Sugarfish responded with a cheeky poem of their own that rhymed with their rice policy, Shane tried to appeal again for a side of rice. The humorous exchange between Shane and Sugarfish sparked debate online, with many people expressing support for Shane and criticizing Sugarfish’s policy of only allowing rice for children. However, Sugarfish explained on their FAQ page that allowing all guests to order extra rice would slow down their kitchen operations, as they make their rice in small batches and discard any unused rice from previous batches.
The debate over Shane’s request for a side of rice even made its way to the “Today Show,” where hosts Jenna Bush Hager and Donna Farizan discussed whether people should be able to order from the kids’ menu. Bush Hager argued that Shane’s request for rice should be granted, as he was not asking for a children’s menu item for a reduced price but simply wanted a side of rice to accompany his sushi order. Despite the media attention and debate surrounding the issue, Shane and Sugarfish have not publicly commented on the situation beyond their initial exchange on social media.
Overall, the lighthearted disagreement between Shane and Sugarfish over the availability of sides of rice at the restaurant has generated interest and discussion online. While some people support Shane’s request and criticize Sugarfish’s policy of only allowing rice for children, others understand the reasoning behind the restaurant’s decision due to their kitchen operations. Whether or not Shane will be able to secure a side of rice from Sugarfish in the future remains to be seen, but the playful nature of the exchange has captured the attention of social media users and even mainstream media outlets like the “Today Show.” Ultimately, the debate highlights the ways in which seemingly trivial issues can spark conversation and controversy in the digital age.
