A bartender in Florida is receiving widespread praise for his quick thinking and observational skills, which helped protect a woman and her friend from a harassing individual. Trinity Allie, a grateful customer, took to Twitter to commend Max Gutierrez, the bartender in St. Petersburg, for his clever approach. Gutierrez discreetly slipped a note to Allie, pretending it was her receipt, but it actually contained instructions on how to handle the situation with the harasser. The note instructed her to switch her ponytail to the other shoulder if she needed Gutierrez to intervene and remove the creep. Allie shared how Gutierrez successfully confronted the man, firmly telling him to back off and leave the women alone.
This man was harrassssing me and my friend and the bartender passed this note to me acting like it was my receipt ! Legit the type of bartender everyone needs pic.twitter.com/kGTGekNFgl
— trinity👑✨ (@trinityallie) June 14, 2021
Allie’s Twitter post included a photo of Gutierrez holding the clipboard, which gained significant attention online. The story spread to Reddit, where it caught the bartender’s own attention. Gutierrez confirmed the authenticity of the incident, explaining that Allie took the photo after the harasser had left. When asked about bartenders’ training in using such tactics to communicate with patrons, Gutierrez revealed that it’s something they learn from experienced mentors in the industry. He emphasized the importance of being able to read people’s cues and body language, as it helps identify potential troublemakers and maintain a comfortable atmosphere for guests.
Gutierrez added that while he dislikes yelling at customers or embarrassing them, sometimes it’s necessary to handle creeps. Calling them out publicly is usually enough to make them retreat. He believes that creating a safe and comfortable environment for his guests is a top priority. Four days after the incident, Gutierrez shared a “fun update” on Twitter. The harasser returned to the bar for a drink, but Gutierrez refused to serve him. Gutierrez’s actions have gained admiration from many, as his story serves as an inspiration for other bartenders to prioritize customer safety and drive positive change in pub culture.
Hey that's me! Lol
Fun update, the guy I kicked out Sunday night came back to the bar JUST NOW for a beer, told him I wouldn't serve him. 🤷🏽♂️— Max Gutierrez (@Maxican28) June 17, 2021
