What do you expect tho Atlanta is GHETTO Asf and I would know I used to live there. Everybody down there tries to act like they’re so bougie but they’re all still ghetto as fuck. We don’t have those issues up here in Minneapolis.
This shines a lot o black businesses and why so many fail. Lack of accountability and sensitivity to honest criticism even though he was fair. This shows us we have so much work to do as a dwindled community and demographic. It’s crazy how things that black people enjoy regulate pop culture yet we can’t or refuse to monetize properly and work collectively as a whole.
@@TR-hn6qj I mean, talk a liability. Tacky and uncouth is a generous description of trash she displayed. She's enabled and probably encouraged by her boss which completely validates how gross the whole establishment is.
Calling him autistic is highly disrespectful and offensive. People need to be careful who they support. If they'd do this on the internet, imagine how they would treat you in real life or what they do with your food in the kitchen!
Most people experience with an autistic person will tell you, they the most happiest and smartest person they've met. So, yeah he's autistic to me 🤣🤣. My daughter is autistic and clearly, they don't know what they talking about. They sound dumb.
I really hate how she tried to weaponize that and as if it would make his reviews invalid as if we don't know what we do and don't like. IF ANYTHING HE’S GIVING THE MOST HONEST REVIEW.
Imagine threatening someone’s life over a not so good food review. It is not anyone else’s fault that you as a business owner of said restaurant lack professionalism and respect for their customers. Keith Lee did absolutely nothing wrong.
Exactly hes not wrong in most of his reviews theyre honest and polite compared to other food critics who get bought for exposure or are extremely unprofessional 🤦🏾🤦🏾
I think Mr. Lee has way too much power. If his reviews can make or break a restaurant then he should be very careful and respond cautiously. The DoorDash comment was silly to me. If a restaurant closes at 5pm, but you called DD at 4pm and it said it was closed or too late, SO WHAT!?! That's 'splitting hairs' to me and not worthy of a complaint, imo!!!🤔
@@birdchoyce4332Funny how NOBODY says white food critics have too much POWER..mor do they tell white food critics to be cautious on how they review restaurants. ONLY BLACK FOLKS pull this card on other black folks. It's the typical slave mentality.
@@birdchoyce4332 No. it’s not Keith’s responsibility to tread lightly because of his influence. That’s not too much power. That’s called great credibility. And the time that a restaurant says it closes absolutely matters across all platforms because transparency and honesty is important with any business. It creates trust between the business and customers and increases the chances that they’ll return. But if you think it’s petty, then so be it. I just hope when something matters to you and expectations aren’t met, you don’t complain.
Honestly, this entire situation is disappointing. I’m born and raised from Atlanta, and people here are so complacent with being raggedy. Throwing glitter and diamonds on a pile of sh**. Just take the criticism and improve the experience, instead of being disrespectful, gutter and rude.
I hate when black people act like we are above criticism especially when it’s warranted. Just take the criticism in stride and get your customer service in order 🤦🏾♂️
Why is that so dang on hard?!! People are always crying blacks don't support blacks. Not true....but I work hard for my money and I'm not supporting crap! Just do better. ATL is all about status!
Truth be told a lot of employees are tired of the low pay and high demands. I always thank them for showing up to work. And to expect ppl who are constantly shit on to give exceptional service is delusional.
@@madamcjwalker67That's when it's time to quit! Don't project your frustrations onto the customers. If you're getting underpaid, treated like a slave then what's the benefit? You feel you can't do better, because when I worked in food service, my customers knew to expect nothing but quality. And because I showed up in that energy, it actually protected me from disgruntled customers. My co-workers/customers would check them for me, before I had to say anything.
I'm autistic wtf. I have 2 degrees & I work for one of the largest health insurance companies in the world. I detest when people try to equate autism with stupidity. We just think differently - our brains are wired differently, that's all.
You all are extremely intelligent and when yu find your niche it’s over. I have a play nephew and some cousins and they’re all just as bright as yu. My play nephew use to mix and master music at like 7, I was beyond amazed that he taught himself super young and was non verbal. 🥹. I was his biggest hype woman lbs. Keep shining love ✨🌬️ some people are ignorant and yu just have to ignore them fr, they dnt know any better. Proud of your accomplishments and the fact that you never held yourself back based on others opinions
What's especially sad is that Keith has been an absolute professional and gentleman throughout his entire career and this is the behavior he is met with. He's one of the least problematic influencers out there.
Keith Lee coming to ATL was the best idea especially how expensive it is nowadays. His critiques is very much needed because we as the consumer needs to put money into black business that cares about the people instead of dollars. Keith good job for being truthful and authentic and not using your status to get free stuff and being regular customer like the rest of us. Its very needed.
I live in Atlanta aka "Black Hollywood. I am glad Keith Lee "OUTCLASSED" the staff at Kandi's restaurant by not accepting the special treatment. What Kandi and other black own establishments must understand is it's the everyday customers that keep their doors open!
I’m so glad these restaurants are finally being held accountable. I’m tired of them getting away with terrible customer service and sometimes even bad food. It’s crazy how they resorted to threatening Keith Lee instead of holding themselves accountable and working on treating their customers right. Praying for Keith and his family. 🙏🏿
I went to Kim Kimble salon in LA (notorious for celeb clientele).I was treated very well. When I was there I asked the stylist which stars have that visited there. His response was all my customers are stars….that says a lot. The staff was friendly and very inventive ….No excuses!
People have a problem with honesty? Shocker! Society is sick as a whole. People really need to humble themselves. Shout out to Keith Lee for his authenticity, being a family man, honesty, success, ability to help businesses where it matters the most, etc. Don’t allow these people to make you question who you are and what’s proven to be effective.
One thing Chef Ramsey ALWAYS does is allow the customers to give their opinion on the food. If you watched Kitchem Nightmares and see how he critiqued the food and then had customers come in and actually try the original dishes, and then the improved dishes.. their opinions were very important on each episode, so for Chad to even bring up Ramsey is just so ignorant , and shows that he name drops Ppl that he doesn’t even support.
I'm not sure why we put Ramsey and Oliver on such a pedestal. Personally I feel like they both don't season enough but I realise that people from different parts of the world have different acquired tastes. Some people don't like spicy food, while others love it. I've been to Indian restaurants with my Indian friends and I loved the food but they thought it wasn't good enough. Or they love something and I think it tastes terrible.
@@Kai_MxA lot of Ramsey’s food isn’t personally my taste, the man is a British chef and I’m Guyanese and used to an entirely different flavor profile so that’s not surprising, but that doesn’t mean he hasn’t earned his stripes time and time again in the food industry. He’s so respected because despite personal preferences around the food itself, he has always focused on cultivating a team who works to maintain a certain level of professionalism and respect with their customers. He blew up on people but anyone who followed his career knows that energy was directed to those who failed or flat out refused to take accountability, disrespected their patrons, failed to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen as well as common areas in the restaurant - all incredibly fair, in my opinion.
A lot of Black owned restaurants completely abandoned industry protocol, especially around wait time quotes, reservations, dress codes, etc. I went to one recently that required a credit card (& wouldn’t accept debit) before we could begin to order. We need a Keith Lee in every city! Kandis restaurant always has a long wait and cold food, she only has a crowd bc of Rhoa. I’m glad he exposed it!
Restaurants have abused, used, and mistreated people for years. Now that everyone is up for review their panties are in a bunch 😩😩 keep going Keith Lee 🙏🏾
Death threats over food is crazy. But as someone who lives in Atlanta and has eaten at every restaurant named + more all I got to say is Keith ain’t lying. Customer service in Atlanta is a non factor. Which is why I eat at home now, these businesses just mad that someone is being honest online and not willing to lie or accept special treatment.
In addition they're use to people kissing their asses because they're celebrities. Nevertheless their reactions to a food critic critiquing their food, demonstrates how much they have such utter contempt for the consumers, and frankly these owners need to be brought back down to earth, I hope we have more people like Keith Lee in the industry.
I'm born and raised here too, and you are ABSOLUTELY correct!!! Most of these places are literally just about the NAME because trust the food, customer service, parking, and price really be ridiculously awful!!! I hate when out of towners come because it definitely gives us a bad rep!!
Its crazy how ppl like Chad Ocho Cinco, wanna get upset about Keith's honest review of some of these businesses, talking about protecting said businesses. However, who's gonna stand up for us as "Black Consumers"?!!! We spend our hard earned dollars at these establishments, only 2 b left feeling robbed & cheated! We want wtf we paid 4, point...blank...period!!!
I just love how Keith was so professional with his reviews and comebacks. No insults, no trash talks, just facts. That always goes a long way. Even Chad had to admit that. Good one Keith!👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
THANK YOU EMPRESSIVE!!!!! For showing his POSITIVE reviews! All people are highlighting are the negative ones, which really cast a shadow on the entire point of his restaurant visits and his reasons for doing these reviews in the first place!
Dude salute and praise Gordon Ramsey( a white guy who disgustingly curses out/ humiliates people in his reviews), but bash Keith(a black brother) who goes about giving HONEST, Coherent and down to earth reviews? This is why I steer clear of this modern “black culture”. All those death threats and hate dude got from his OWN PEOPLE, just for being humble & Honest🤦🏾♂️
So sickening all these black people against Keith Lee. He ain't ruin no body business....it was all a matter of time if they didn't improve it. Black people so overtly emotional....everywhere! It is tiring our people smh.
Critiquing of black businesses is necessary at this point!! The service is often terrible, overpriced, and the menus are redundant af, especially in Atlanta. A lot of gems are on the outskirts of the city and that’s where I’m gonna support. I salute him for helping the businesses that desperately need it and calling out restaurants that are worried about money and not customer service itself!
Most are overpriced because they see the least return than other establishments. Black businesses have their problems like other businesses, but y'all are super unforgiving to the former & forgiving to the latter.
@@kinglyduty-z6hnope. I want to get my money’s worth if I’m eating out! I would never set foot inside a Cracker Barrel. I don’t eat from a place that wouldn’t have black employees. That’s suspicious. Anyway, if the staff is rude or giving me attitude, I can cook my own meals at home.
@MsK-ip6dc What? Where did you hear something ignorant like cracker barrel doesn't hire black employees? Most cracker barrels I have been to had black waitresses. But you wouldn't know since you refuse to go. Racial ignorance breeds hate
Calling someone autistic to discredit is just shocking to me! Just because of this ill watch his content and support him even more! We should support one another not this 😢
What is concerning is the fact that this person is dealing with the general public. It makes me think that they judge customers negatively who have disabilities or unique needs.
And even if he was autistic what does that have to do with his ability to critique food and customer service??? That is insulting to autistic people. And it shows their ignorance on what autism really is.
This is my first time ever hearing of this man, and I can truly say if and when I ever needed to be put in my place. This is how I would like it to be done. No put down, just patience and education by humble explanation.
The waaayy my heart melted about the restaurant who was packed after a good review ❤ I never knew him before this huge Atlanta scandal so I’m unfamiliar with his line of work. I all I know is the controversy. But it literally made me feel so good to watch that parking lot go from empty to packed ❤
Chad saying “he ate me up” I lost it 😂 I love that he admitted to basically being wrong or put in his place. He was so loud and wrong at first then said damn you got me 😂😂😂
Chad still tried to insult him by saying he is crazy, because the way he was talking Keith didn't curse, get loud or insult him and told him to have a bless day.
@@mlynettepinky595 that’s not an insult … depending on where you’re from it means no matter how calm and logical you are, you will and can take it there if you’re pushed to that limit. Some people look at that as “crazy” but not in a bad way. I’ve been told that and never felt disrespected by the comment and so far it seems like he ain’t find it disrespectful unless he replied to that I ain’t see it
This shows how terrible we the black community are at building AUTHENTIC relationships. I'm from the UK, and we have the same problem here too. We tend to build relationships based on transactions, whether its romantic, friendships and even businesses. Keith Lee's superpower is authenticity and people are drawn to him because of the lack of authenticity in social media and in the community.
Child this is a business thing not a black thing. There are JUST as many non black people that do the same. Hell you being from the UK should know Gordon Ramsey runs into Whyte people like that ALL OF THE TIME
This is definitely a black thing. I agree with you 💯 percent. Those are black owned businesses and ATL is chocolate city…I used to live there. I thought the food was ok. I love the food in Memphis much better!
I totally agree with you because he could easily lack integrity and do what Chad says he should do. I think most people would prefer his honesty about the food he critiques rather than he lie to us
Right, I also can respect the fact Ocho came back and took accountability for his foolish stance. I cant believe Atlanta stressed this man out like this 😭.
These restaurant owners should realize and understand that sometimes celebrities (and influencers) just want to have a meal in their space like the rest of us, without all of the unwarranted attention. Imagine you being a celebrity, going to brunch, and a mob of people are lining up to take selfies with you, record videos, have small take and ask questions - when all you wanted was to sit down and eat your chicken and waffles in peace. I’m from Atlanta but I live in Los Angeles. I’ve been bicoastal between each city for the last several years. Celebrities walk amongst us in public (in LA) like the average everyday person. They may get priority seating at restaurants, but it’s definitely not one of those things where patrons rush up to them interrupting their experience. Atlanta on the other hand, use celebrities who visit their restaurant(s) like a feature on an album.
We need more Keith’s!! I was born & raised in Atl & he spoke ALL facts about these restaurants. It’s absolutely ridiculous. A big part of the issue is that Atl is over saturated now too.
@@stacyr4768 yep it is even if we don’t want to;that’s why Keith Lee’s model works so well celebrities are about 1-2% of the population so getting a good review as a celebrity means nothing to someone making 70k a year with 35 followers on TikTok while Keith Lee who matches people daily earning and has 14 million is attempting to give honest reviews. I met Treach from Naughty by Nature in HS and thought I had made it for like a week lol so yeah celebrity definitely has its perks.
I met a friend from Atlanta and expressed how me and my husband wanted to go for a weekend and just try food. She told me that a lot of restaurants out there are very offputting and they will more than likely ruin your time. We listened to her, and I’m so glad we did.
Kandi should've stuck with the first response. The second was dumb. And let me say this. BLACK PEOPLE! BLACK PEOPLE! We need to STOP supporting businesses JUST because they're Black. The only thing that should matter is if it's a QUALITY establishment. I'm Black as hell and almost every time I go to one of our business it's a problem. And I'm not talking about the prices. Tuh! Y'all better look at these reviews before giving your hard earned money away.
In England their Royalty is Queen Elizabeth & King Charles. In USA our Royalty are celebrities. They get the Red carpet like it or not. It is what it is.
This story about Lee’s experience with some Atlanta restaurants is just a flashback for me. My experience with them, was exactly the same ! I’ve been to Atl several times and can’t think of any positive experiences there. I refuse to return.
Keith started his rise by reviewing dying restaurants. He saved lives and injected confidence, passion and a love for cooking back into hardworking business owners, mom n pops shops. ❤️ He's also a non,smoking, non-drinking, MMA fighter, loyal husband and amazing black dad. He's everything that we need to celebrate and praise 👏 ❤❤ he rides for his family and doesn't play about his wife and kids. No wonder that bitter ol lady is calling him autistic. Devaluing somebody that you wish you could be. Sad really, enjoy having no business. You gone learn today. 😊 Chad is a 5 time husband and stay at home baby daddy living off your wife and refusing to sign a prenup, nobody checking for no Chad. Lol that's just funny. Old hater got triggered by a real King. The chosen ones always get attacked by shitty people. Chad so jealous it's sad 😂 #teamkeithlee
I started following him during the pandemic. He was living in his car. He won an MMA fight and was able to get a place to live. He has stayed humble and his blessings are deserving and in abundance.
The only thing I will add is that Chad is still rich, rich. He owns several McDonald's locations and his net worth is still 15 million. But he very well could be an old hater. I'm not disputing that part 🤷🏾♀️
I agree with everything you said except for the Ocho stuff. To add to the factual info the person above me gave, Chad has only been married once (Evelyn Lozada) and is currently engaged. He has been calling his fiancé his wife for a couple years now. And the prenup thing was sarcasm. Anyone who is familiar with his interviews, social media presence, and podcast commentary is familiar with his sense of humor. We don’t want to do what Chad did, which is blowing down while being factually incorrect.
It’s not shocking that restaurants give food critics and influencers special treatment it’s shocking people are surprised about this, it’s been happening for yes.
@@SuiteVIIseems like he sends his wife in before he goes in to see the difference, but what the restaurant gives him isn’t his business it’s the restaurants
I love how he sends his family first to see how places treat customers over influencers and celebrities and love even more how he doesnt accept special treatment and calls them out for not appreciating their regulars who keep them in business
Same! I'm sure it's great to have a celebrity come to an establishment. However, it's the everyday customers that keep you in business. The lack of accountability is 🤦🏾♀️. Do better....it's really that simple!
@@ltarleton7527 it literally is. Cause say a celeb comes and disrespect yur place or staff and you take up for them, regardless if their fans trash it along with them. Your regulars you treat right will stand with you and continue the support as well as those who appreciate that you chose them over celebrities
I love your commentary on this situation, you hit the nail on the head on a lot of points. And I absolutely love Keith Lees's energy and response to Chad
He did a review of my jerk spot out here in Atlanta and now the wait time is almost 2 hours 😭 I’m happy for the owner but I’m sad for myself 😂 the good thing is they text you when it’s ready so you can go do something else while you wait.
Kandi acknowledged Keith but took very little accountability. Her restaurant has a serious customer service issue. You can’t not accept Togo orders, not have food delivery available, AND have 2 hour lines to dine in. Something needs to shift.
I’m with Keith Lee all around. I love what he stands for. Because customer service has been on the struggle bus for years. Yes it’s time to bring it back to life. It’s great for accountability and to turn things around for the better for businesses and customers.
I'm so glad that Keith Lee was able to spotlight the good and the bad experiences that people have with the restaurants in the Atlanta area. Just because they are Black Owned doesn't mean he's supposed to smooth over the fact that they are lacking in some areas. As a business owner and friend of business owners in the food industry, Customer Service is a MAJOR part in the success and longevity of Any business. Especially a business in the food industry. Going out to eat is an Experience. We don't just go out to grab and go. We want to feel appreciated, enjoy the ambiance, ect. There are rules at work, school, ect. We don't expect to have a list of Unnecessary rules where we go to unwind from the stress, hustle and bustle of our day to day. Atlanta upper class, upper middle class (new money)... we can tell because you don't know how to handle the perceived power that you have. Being humble goes alot farther than being entitled. Listen to your patrons. That's who is paying for the lifestyle that you currently enjoy. If not, what was so graciously given to you by The Most High can and Will be Taken Away. Ase' 😉
People are getting mad about the wrong thing. We all want great customer service, come in with a great attitude and just do the job. Take the criticism and figure out ways to make your restaurant better. Now people are looking at Atlanta with huge side eyes.
especially with them giving death threats and promise of violence to people giving bad reviews, how will that look to tourist who about this or other influencer they'd want to visit their restaurants, it would scare them off and negatively affect the businesses there worst than a bad review would?
@@tokunaga432It’s not every restaurant in Atlanta. He did clarify that towards the end. There are many great places with good customer service people reviewed from Atlanta also. Besides there are always a few places in every city that have bad customer service or can’t take criticism.
What's disturbing to me is how collectively delusional people are. People would rather you lie to them than tell the truth just so they can be comfortable and not have to grow. People in general need to do better.
Facts i aint forget his dumbass in his prime making sextapes getting into fights and the headbutt incident and fucking around with wankaego or whatever that stripper named 🤦🏾🤦🏾
I think its about time that we had one of our own people critique our businesses. I’ve had some horrible experiences with our community and it sucks because you want to support. I think our community needs to be checked and im glad he’s doing it. I think in order to be the best you have to come with the best. Our community is so gifted and have worked so hard to pass off mediocre. I think critiques are important and the fact that people got butt hurt over it says a lot. Some of the best customer services come from small businesses that no one is aware of. I like that he has brought that to life! Kudos to him.
@@alwayslivinglife64no he's had other shitty restaurant owners before. Making this a "black only" issue is weird to me and just feels like an evolved version of the doll test.
🎯 💯 Yes! Look around. Black businesses should be thriving, especially in the BC. Instead, not understanding the basics of treating your customers right seems to be the course. I USED to consult for the community, but stopped when clients wouldn’t pay for my expertise bc I should be helping Black people for FREE! Two Master’s AND a sliding scale and no respect for me or my time or work. The problem is real and not fixable until the BC changes it’s mindset about doing BUSINESS and not f’ing around PRETENDING to be a “Boss”. I’m finished 😊
@@Antwannnn The way the BC in Atlanta reacted. A whole lot of residents agreed, but more than a few fools have threatened to UNALIVE Keith, his family and/or restaurant staff!!! That’s why this is a Black issue. Only our community does this f*ckery. Before you do a “every community Blah blah blah” do your own research THEN come back with evidence. You will not find it because NO other race or ethnicity has had this reaction on this scale to restaurant reviews. That is why this is a Black issue and being in denial is one of the reasons things like this continue to happen. If you need more help understanding, I suggest educating yourself as there a millions of resources available. Hope this helps! 😊
Taking accountability in the black community is well needed. I appreciate Keith Lee for keeping it 100 with his followers including me. I live in Atlanta so trust me I know exactly where he coming from. Black restaurant businesses need to do better and the ones that do I appreciate the service and food! I hope he continues doing him!!!
People do give a damn in real life where and who they eat from, and to receive death threats from a food review is mind-blowing 😮 the bullying has to stop!
That’s not entirely true, cuz black peoples known for years that Asians don’t treat us with respect when it comes to their beauty supply stores and restaurants. But you know what they’ll still eat and shop from them.
I love the way he handled himself throughout this whole experience. I hadn't heard of him prior to this situation but I really appreciate him as a person and am definitely a fan going forward. And yesssss the way he read Chad was great 😊
This was good. People need to be able to push and pull with one another without becoming bent out of shape. This is the way we learn and grow. Those places could simply use the information to improve. I believe that's the spirit that Keith is giving, with love.❤
Fr that's how our community breeds narcissism. No one is going to take anyone seriously who has bad judgment and thinks everyone of one skin tone should be praised. If he thinks all BP should be regarded the same SIMPLY bc theyre BP then don't be surprised when other races treat us as a monolith and group us all together when something bad happens. I'm not standing by anyone who I know for a fact aint doing the right thing.
Chad clearly displays an elitist attitude. Yes these are black businesses affected but these are BLACK consumers that are being mistreated. Does he or these other people even think about the regular consumers that spend their hard earned money on these places??? But it's okay to treat famous people better than regular customers? And his comment about Gordon Ramsay did it for me. Chad is ignorant. It's a shame his own child had to correct him. I still don't think he truly understands. And SOME of these black owners don't get it either. But elitists clearly don't take accountability. They're making themselves look bad. Keith brought business to several businesses but now these uppity owners are mad because they feel like they deserve better responses from food critics?
This all could have been avoided if the restaurants that got a bad review prioritized good customer service from the beginning. How could you be mad at this man for wanting to practice integrity? That's also why he has a large following because his audience knows he will not lie or embellish a bad experience.
Appreciate your perspective. You shared valid points which aid in promoting a healthy conversation for business owners to reflect on and apply improvements where needed. Well done.
I’m from Atlanta and most ppl from here don’t go to these celebrity owned and ig restaurant. I have to travel out because they suck so bad. He did nothing wrong
@@MoniqueSoChix i'm not from atlanta, but im planning on visiting in the spring. do you have any recommendations? i've never been to the south and i want the real deal.. and i am willing to travel far and wide for good food! not just restaurants, but food halls and suff like that??
I appreciate his platform too!! I'm born and raised in Atlanta, I'm soo thankful he came to Atlanta! He exposes shit that we have to deal with EVERY WEEEKEND!!!!!!!!!!!
I went to the real milk & honey over the summer. That restaurant is a hot mess! The air conditioner was broken and it was OVER 100 degrees. Instead of closing down they gave us menus to fan ourselves off. The owner went around apologizing saying it would be fixed the next day. They failed to tell us the air conditioner was broken until we sat down and started ordering our food after waiting an hour to be seated 🤣I complained that it was so hot and that’s when they told me it was broken 😩
@@kiki13451 All I'm saying is that I'm eating in Buckhead not Bankhead... But seriously, I really wish black folks would just get political, get reparations and fix up our sh*t. I've been around the world and really the only places I've ever felt unsafe were either in the ghetto or somewhat redneck areas... Every Chinatown I've been in has been lovely... Little Italy has been good... It's just the hood is unnecessarily dangerous and I know it's on purpose
He’s only like that when something is either genuinely dangerous, or if somebody is seriously disrespectful or stupid. But I certainly do agree with the fact that he’s given a pass for it, where as when Keith Lee gives a professional, respectful review it’s automatically seen as aggression or disrespect.
I had someone come into my restaurant without my staff knowing because I wanted to know the truth of how things were when I was not there! You cannot grow if you cannot accept criticism!! My manager was fired as a result of that undercover audit! Offered retraining first, but ultimately fired for stealing
I know K. Lee not but watching this video, his diligence, intelligence, authenticity, and thoughtfulness makes me happy good people still exist. I will be a new follower!
This just shows how simple minded our people are. It’s sickening!! Proves a lot of us are stagnant emotionally and mentally, you have to be mentally sick 🤢 to threaten someone’s life over their opinion. Whew
For that 22% auto-gratuity that these Atlanta restaurants like to charge, you better find that good customer service deep down in your soul & project it outward 😂
They charge 22% auto and still give bad service? A restaurant near me does like 16%, and make a point to say that you don't have to tip more or you could, even remove the 16%. They still give amazing service regardless.
That "Autistic comment" was so uncalled for and it's giving ableism (more specifically autmisia - ableism experienced by/geared to Autistic people). Also, wanna point out that Autism isn't a learning disability. It's a neurodevelopmental disorder or condition that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave. *signed an AuDHD woman (Autistic with ADHD)
@@jaeg2929 it can be terrifying to be Autistic in this overstimulating world that doesn't often accommodate disabled people. It's so important to have supportive people in our corner. Just being supportive of and praying for your son (his safety & well-being), that makes so much of a difference. Note: If he has noise sensitivity, please invest in a good pair of ear defenders. Those are game changers!
@@jaeg2929My son is autistic and was diagnosed when he was 5 years old. He's been receiving speech and occupational therapy. Therapy helps my son so much, but I stayed clear of ABA therapy and behavioral therapy. My son is an honor student and is already taking high school classes while in middle school. Get your son diagnosed now, and in therapy so he knows how to navigate in this world. Read up on sensory issues and autistic people so you understand him better. Decompressing is a big thing. My son also has a IEP so the teachers understand him and his needs.
Thankyou for this My nephew gave me signs of autism I asked my sister to get him tested Turns out I was right I worked with highly functional clients so I had a little experience But after reading your comment I see my family is really clueless and don't bother to educate themselves I need to learn more so I can be a soft place for my nephew if he ever needs me We aren't very close
Im so happy to discover this man Keith Lee. I love what he's doing. He helping make real good change with his great passionnate humanitarian motto of foody. #lovetobeafoody #foodyourfirstmedecine
You do not have to be a credentialed person to identify with good food. Most of our family members are not certified culinary artists, yet their cooking skills will have you coming back for more. We have great cooks in my family who specialize in certain foods. At events, most people want to know who made what, before they go to gatherings and then talk about the food before they eat it. They critique the food and tell others. Perhaps Mr. Lee is not a credentialed culinary artist, however, people are requesting his opinion because of his honesty and influence. He pays for his food and leaves an extremely generous tip along with encouraging words while never deviating from his faith in God. Mr. Keith Lee's humbleness is awesome. God is amazing! Best of success to all.
Good Food and Customer Service is a part of the restaurant experience. Honest criticism can help improve restaurants. Keith Lee is HONEST and giving authentic reviews. Love his brand....
Real talk, all this drama is causing more folks (real folks) to follow Keith. I subbed and suggest you do as well. He speaks truth and I appreciate that
They hate Keith because he not apart of the establishment and hold these restaurants accountable. This is long overdue 💯 we been needing someone to tell the truth about the food industry.
I’m just glad Chad was able to eat his slice of humble pie gracefully and acknowledged that he was wrong! Thank you to his daughter for setting him straight. #teamKeithLee
Excellent video, as always! I did want to make one small, non confrontational correction, just for the sake of clarity and awareness. Autism is not defined as a learning disability, it’s considered a developmental disability. It’s easy to confuse the two and I know no harm was intended, I just wanted to put the correct info out there. Thank you empressive for another well done and entertaining video, I appreciate you.
Everyone knows that visiting black business is typically unprofessional. It's not new. Why when he puts a light on it is it a surprise. Thank you Keith Lee for your humility and greatness
I’m glad Ocho’s daughter checked him and he came on social media humbled. The problem with some of these black businesses is that they treat the customer as if they should feel privileged that they allow us to come spend money on them instead of the other way around. This makes it extremely hard to support black owned businesses as much as I would love to. That Real Milk & Honey owner is gonna get humbled real quick. It’s not just the service, but his and the manager’s response to the issue Keith Lee had coming to their restaurant. It’ll only be a matter of time before they have to close, it’ll be awhile. Not saying you should totally kiss the customer’s ass, but these black owned businesses lack the customer service skills cause they’re only in it for the money rather than the passion for the industry.
We need a Keith Lee in every industry cause we tired of influencers lying
This and he wasn’t even nasty about it
Exactly. Endorsing products they don't use. We need honesty and transparency.
Agree! Just because you are a celebrity or well known doesn’t mean your restaurant is going to be good!
They lying for a pay check.
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The fact that the owners dismissed what keith was saying proves his point
Those were not professional reactions
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a lot of these so called business owners REALLY need to go to business school or heck even just some/few classes to get some professional education
Exactly
What do you expect tho Atlanta is GHETTO Asf and I would know I used to live there. Everybody down there tries to act like they’re so bougie but they’re all still ghetto as fuck. We don’t have those issues up here in Minneapolis.
This shines a lot o black businesses and why so many fail.
Lack of accountability and sensitivity to honest criticism even though he was fair.
This shows us we have so much work to do as a dwindled community and demographic.
It’s crazy how things that black people enjoy regulate pop culture yet we can’t or refuse to monetize properly and work collectively as a whole.
Death threats over a food review is crazy🤦🏾♀️
Very
Yep😞
Social media is a gift and a curse.
Yessss, LUDICROUS! 😮
Right 🤷🏽♀️
Using autism as an insult is so rude like wtf was that about
Right. Shows his intelligence. I notice that my autistic students are very bright, especially in mathematics.
She is ignorant and she should be fired.
@@TR-hn6qj I mean, talk a liability. Tacky and uncouth is a generous description of trash she displayed. She's enabled and probably encouraged by her boss which completely validates how gross the whole establishment is.
Calling him autistic is highly disrespectful and offensive. People need to be careful who they support. If they'd do this on the internet, imagine how they would treat you in real life or what they do with your food in the kitchen!
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Most people experience with an autistic person will tell you, they the most happiest and smartest person they've met. So, yeah he's autistic to me 🤣🤣. My daughter is autistic and clearly, they don't know what they talking about. They sound dumb.
I really hate how she tried to weaponize that and as if it would make his reviews invalid as if we don't know what we do and don't like. IF ANYTHING HE’S GIVING THE MOST HONEST REVIEW.
THEY NEED TO FIRE THAT MANAGER. BABY I WOULD OF WENT IN ON HER I LOVE KEITH HES REAL AND HES 100. UNLIKE SOME OF THESE OTHERS.
She's in the process of updating her resume as we speak.
Imagine threatening someone’s life over a not so good food review. It is not anyone else’s fault that you as a business owner of said restaurant lack professionalism and respect for their customers. Keith Lee did absolutely nothing wrong.
So what she just said is, she only cares about making the means count. 😅😂
It pains me because it’s like black ppl don’t value each other’s lives 😔
@@Soso-ou2mzThey don't. Have you seen the crime rates?
@@BigReddSouthernGal25 so sad 💔
so incredibly ridiculous
Keith Lee has the most graceful way of clapping back. No cursing, no visible anger, nothing. That’s why we Stan Keith Lee over here!
Exactly hes not wrong in most of his reviews theyre honest and polite compared to other food critics who get bought for exposure or are extremely unprofessional 🤦🏾🤦🏾
Yes 🙌🏾 yes 👍🏾
Chad literally critiques black people EVERY show! The hypocrisy is disgusting.
Keith Lee, keep doing what ya doing!
Period.
I think Mr. Lee has way too much power. If his reviews can make or break a restaurant then he should be very careful and respond cautiously. The DoorDash comment was silly to me. If a restaurant closes at 5pm, but you called DD at 4pm and it said it was closed or too late, SO WHAT!?! That's 'splitting hairs' to me and not worthy of a complaint, imo!!!🤔
@@birdchoyce4332Funny how NOBODY says white food critics have too much POWER..mor do they tell white food critics to be cautious on how they review restaurants. ONLY BLACK FOLKS pull this card on other black folks. It's the typical slave mentality.
Right. And he’s the most dysfunctional person on earth. Literally a woman beater. 🤦🏾♀️
@@birdchoyce4332 No. it’s not Keith’s responsibility to tread lightly because of his influence. That’s not too much power. That’s called great credibility. And the time that a restaurant says it closes absolutely matters across all platforms because transparency and honesty is important with any business. It creates trust between the business and customers and increases the chances that they’ll return. But if you think it’s petty, then so be it. I just hope when something matters to you and expectations aren’t met, you don’t complain.
Honestly, this entire situation is disappointing. I’m born and raised from Atlanta, and people here are so complacent with being raggedy. Throwing glitter and diamonds on a pile of sh**. Just take the criticism and improve the experience, instead of being disrespectful, gutter and rude.
Facts. Same here. Bring back the Classic ATL
We will NOT TOLERATE any Keith lee hate!!!! He is the sweetest man ever
I hate when black people act like we are above criticism especially when it’s warranted. Just take the criticism in stride and get your customer service in order 🤦🏾♂️
Why is that so dang on hard?!! People are always crying blacks don't support blacks. Not true....but I work hard for my money and I'm not supporting crap! Just do better. ATL is all about status!
Truth be told a lot of employees are tired of the low pay and high demands. I always thank them for showing up to work. And to expect ppl who are constantly shit on to give exceptional service is delusional.
@@madamcjwalker67That's when it's time to quit! Don't project your frustrations onto the customers. If you're getting underpaid, treated like a slave then what's the benefit?
You feel you can't do better, because when I worked in food service, my customers knew to expect nothing but quality.
And because I showed up in that energy, it actually protected me from disgruntled customers. My co-workers/customers would check them for me, before I had to say anything.
Not black people black males 🤷🏽♀️ ain’t no women sending Keith no death threats let’s be honest
@@the1andthe272 black women are the main ones that act like they are above criticism. Knock it off 🤦🏾♂️
I'm autistic wtf. I have 2 degrees & I work for one of the largest health insurance companies in the world. I detest when people try to equate autism with stupidity. We just think differently - our brains are wired differently, that's all.
You all are extremely intelligent and when yu find your niche it’s over. I have a play nephew and some cousins and they’re all just as bright as yu. My play nephew use to mix and master music at like 7, I was beyond amazed that he taught himself super young and was non verbal. 🥹. I was his biggest hype woman lbs. Keep shining love ✨🌬️ some people are ignorant and yu just have to ignore them fr, they dnt know any better. Proud of your accomplishments and the fact that you never held yourself back based on others opinions
That part my younger brother is he’s very smart ❤ congratulations & keep beating the odds & showing them autism doesn’t mean you CANT ❤
Shows their ignorance and who not to support because who even thinks like that?
Every Autistic person I know is crazy smart. That girl is clearly ignorant.
Thank you! My son is autistic and he is so smart and determined at only 7 years old
What's especially sad is that Keith has been an absolute professional and gentleman throughout his entire career and this is the behavior he is met with. He's one of the least problematic influencers out there.
@@J-bliss career lmao so eating food in a car is a career man times have changed
@@nooneknows9234I mean he’s made it a career and makes good money off of it so yes - it’s a career
What is Keith Lee's "career"?
@@nooneknows9234making ur passion ur main income is anyone's dream don't hate now...
@user-qu6wi3hu8f he's a former mma fighter n now made his main "hobby" his job u would do the same if u had the opportunity ...
Keith Lee coming to ATL was the best idea especially how expensive it is nowadays. His critiques is very much needed because we as the consumer needs to put money into black business that cares about the people instead of dollars. Keith good job for being truthful and authentic and not using your status to get free stuff and being regular customer like the rest of us. Its very needed.
I like how he sent his family in too. He cares about how his family is treated first and then he has their back. 👏👏👏👏👏
Its amazing how celebrities arent use to honesty
They already live in a world 🌎 of delusions , smoke 💨, and mirrors 🪞
It's amazing how this guy is just like me. He's a celebrity food critic. His family gets treated like I do.
You hit the name on the head. Lying for a check. Ppl love & trust him because he's doing this for free
Entitled
They love people to just d ride them because they are celebrities. I’m glad he’s critiquing them with his honest opinion of the establishments.
I live in Atlanta aka "Black Hollywood. I am glad Keith Lee "OUTCLASSED" the staff at Kandi's restaurant by not accepting the special treatment. What Kandi and other black own establishments must understand is it's the everyday customers that keep their doors open!
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PERIOD!!! 🙌🏽👏🏽👏🏽🌟
Then don't blame Kandi blame the restaurant industry, because I can guarantee you not one restaurant is not pushing through a recognizable face.
@@TheHappeeSinnickLet's be for real
@@TheHappeeSinnickKandi is the one who is being honest about showing him special treatment.
It’s scary how the general public goes straight to death threats when they don’t agree with something. People gotta do better.
Right. They're so weird
It's the anonymity, people are really comfortable talking crazy when there's no accountability.
@@TrizollinTehWorld right. If they can hide behind a blank profile they’ll say anything
I’m so glad these restaurants are finally being held accountable. I’m tired of them getting away with terrible customer service and sometimes even bad food. It’s crazy how they resorted to threatening Keith Lee instead of holding themselves accountable and working on treating their customers right. Praying for Keith and his family. 🙏🏿
Ocho had me dying laughing at his response. “Oh yea, Keith ate me up buffet style” 😂😂
I went to Kim Kimble salon in LA (notorious for celeb clientele).I was treated very well. When I was there I asked the stylist which stars have that visited there. His response was all my customers are stars….that says a lot. The staff was friendly and very inventive ….No excuses!
Baby, that response… 5 STARS!
Aww that's sweet. I love that response
Oh yea Kim don’t play bout that customer service
Omg I love Kim Kimble. Lol the show was kee. I can’t remember if chyna, donte, and Anthony still work for her. But Kim is the goat.
Kim don’t play about that customer service! She’s always been real big on professionalism and integrity.
People have a problem with honesty? Shocker! Society is sick as a whole. People really need to humble themselves. Shout out to Keith Lee for his authenticity, being a family man, honesty, success, ability to help businesses where it matters the most, etc. Don’t allow these people to make you question who you are and what’s proven to be effective.
Doesnt surprise me when this era is allowing delusional men and women to think they can identify as anything other than themselves 🤦🏾🤦🏾
That part
Black people are offended by his honesty
All celebrities get special treatment at all restaurants. 🤷♀️
One thing Chef Ramsey ALWAYS does is allow the customers to give their opinion on the food. If you watched Kitchem Nightmares and see how he critiqued the food and then had customers come in and actually try the original dishes, and then the improved dishes.. their opinions were very important on each episode, so for Chad to even bring up Ramsey is just so ignorant , and shows that he name drops
Ppl that he doesn’t even support.
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Facts.
I'm not sure why we put Ramsey and Oliver on such a pedestal. Personally I feel like they both don't season enough but I realise that people from different parts of the world have different acquired tastes. Some people don't like spicy food, while others love it. I've been to Indian restaurants with my Indian friends and I loved the food but they thought it wasn't good enough. Or they love something and I think it tastes terrible.
Big Facts!
@@Kai_MxA lot of Ramsey’s food isn’t personally my taste, the man is a British chef and I’m Guyanese and used to an entirely different flavor profile so that’s not surprising, but that doesn’t mean he hasn’t earned his stripes time and time again in the food industry. He’s so respected because despite personal preferences around the food itself, he has always focused on cultivating a team who works to maintain a certain level of professionalism and respect with their customers. He blew up on people but anyone who followed his career knows that energy was directed to those who failed or flat out refused to take accountability, disrespected their patrons, failed to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen as well as common areas in the restaurant - all incredibly fair, in my opinion.
A lot of Black owned restaurants completely abandoned industry protocol, especially around wait time quotes, reservations, dress codes, etc. I went to one recently that required a credit card (& wouldn’t accept debit) before we could begin to order. We need a Keith Lee in every city! Kandis restaurant always has a long wait and cold food, she only has a crowd bc of Rhoa. I’m glad he exposed it!
Restaurants have abused, used, and mistreated people for years. Now that everyone is up for review their panties are in a bunch 😩😩 keep going Keith Lee 🙏🏾
Death threats over food is crazy. But as someone who lives in Atlanta and has eaten at every restaurant named + more all I got to say is Keith ain’t lying. Customer service in Atlanta is a non factor. Which is why I eat at home now, these businesses just mad that someone is being honest online and not willing to lie or accept special treatment.
I thought it was just me, saw high ratings, ate their terrible food and bad customer service.
Facts I live in Atlanta too and the customer service is downright horrible
Agreed, completely
In addition they're use to people kissing their asses because they're celebrities. Nevertheless their reactions to a food critic critiquing their food, demonstrates how much they have such utter contempt for the consumers, and frankly these owners need to be brought back down to earth, I hope we have more people like Keith Lee in the industry.
I'm born and raised here too, and you are ABSOLUTELY correct!!! Most of these places are literally just about the NAME because trust the food, customer service, parking, and price really be ridiculously awful!!! I hate when out of towners come because it definitely gives us a bad rep!!
Its crazy how ppl like Chad Ocho Cinco, wanna get upset about Keith's honest review of some of these businesses, talking about protecting said businesses. However, who's gonna stand up for us as "Black Consumers"?!!! We spend our hard earned dollars at these establishments, only 2 b left feeling robbed & cheated! We want wtf we paid 4, point...blank...period!!!
Thank you !!!!!
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Exactly! We worked hard for our dollars too!
Exactly!!!!!!!!! Black ppl rob from other blacks. It’s sad
But why are folks spending money to be disrespected? Just go somewhere where you are respected.
I just love how Keith was so professional with his reviews and comebacks. No insults, no trash talks, just facts. That always goes a long way. Even Chad had to admit that. Good one Keith!👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿
@@theLionandtheLamb1He’s. Great example for all human beings
And chad response to his response was gratifying
THANK YOU EMPRESSIVE!!!!! For showing his POSITIVE reviews! All people are highlighting are the negative ones, which really cast a shadow on the entire point of his restaurant visits and his reasons for doing these reviews in the first place!
I really have a heart for his daughter by helping him understand and he also acknowledged and accepted his behavior. ❤🙏🏽
Dude salute and praise Gordon Ramsey( a white guy who disgustingly curses out/ humiliates people in his reviews), but bash Keith(a black brother) who goes about giving HONEST, Coherent and down to earth reviews? This is why I steer clear of this modern “black culture”. All those death threats and hate dude got from his OWN PEOPLE, just for being humble & Honest🤦🏾♂️
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This one
Because Chad praises whiteness don’t let him fool you
So sickening all these black people against Keith Lee. He ain't ruin no body business....it was all a matter of time if they didn't improve it. Black people so overtly emotional....everywhere! It is tiring our people smh.
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Critiquing of black businesses is necessary at this point!! The service is often terrible, overpriced, and the menus are redundant af, especially in Atlanta. A lot of gems are on the outskirts of the city and that’s where I’m gonna support. I salute him for helping the businesses that desperately need it and calling out restaurants that are worried about money and not customer service itself!
Most are overpriced because they see the least return than other establishments. Black businesses have their problems like other businesses, but y'all are super unforgiving to the former & forgiving to the latter.
@@kinglyduty-z6hnope. I want to get my money’s worth if I’m eating out! I would never set foot inside a Cracker Barrel. I don’t eat from a place that wouldn’t have black employees. That’s suspicious. Anyway, if the staff is rude or giving me attitude, I can cook my own meals at home.
@MsK-ip6dc What? Where did you hear something ignorant like cracker barrel doesn't hire black employees? Most cracker barrels I have been to had black waitresses. But you wouldn't know since you refuse to go. Racial ignorance breeds hate
@@kinglyduty-z6h They see the least return because so many give the worse service. They expect black support instead of trying to earn the support.
@@kinglyduty-z6h how can a business ever improve if they carry on as if they are above criticism? Nobody should ever be immune from critique...
Calling someone autistic to discredit is just shocking to me! Just because of this ill watch his content and support him even more! We should support one another not this 😢
What is concerning is the fact that this person is dealing with the general public. It makes me think that they judge customers negatively who have disabilities or unique needs.
I'm autistic and that comment was definitely uncalled for.
And even if he was autistic what does that have to do with his ability to critique food and customer service??? That is insulting to autistic people. And it shows their ignorance on what autism really is.
It was so low brow and juvenile. What are they 7?
Thank you! That was so nasty
This is my first time ever hearing of this man, and I can truly say if and when I ever needed to be put in my place. This is how I would like it to be done. No put down, just patience and education by humble explanation.
The waaayy my heart melted about the restaurant who was packed after a good review ❤ I never knew him before this huge Atlanta scandal so I’m unfamiliar with his line of work. I all I know is the controversy. But it literally made me feel so good to watch that parking lot go from empty to packed ❤
Chad saying “he ate me up” I lost it 😂 I love that he admitted to basically being wrong or put in his place. He was so loud and wrong at first then said damn you got me 😂😂😂
Chad still tried to insult him by saying he is crazy, because the way he was talking
Keith didn't curse, get loud or insult him and told him to have a bless day.
It was Shannon Sharpe reaction for me when he disgraced with Chad🤣🤣🤣
@@mlynettepinky595 that’s not an insult … depending on where you’re from it means no matter how calm and logical you are, you will and can take it there if you’re pushed to that limit. Some people look at that as “crazy” but not in a bad way. I’ve been told that and never felt disrespected by the comment and so far it seems like he ain’t find it disrespectful unless he replied to that I ain’t see it
This shows how terrible we the black community are at building AUTHENTIC relationships. I'm from the UK, and we have the same problem here too. We tend to build relationships based on transactions, whether its romantic, friendships and even businesses. Keith Lee's superpower is authenticity and people are drawn to him because of the lack of authenticity in social media and in the community.
That comes from lack of reparations
Child this is a business thing not a black thing. There are JUST as many non black people that do the same. Hell you being from the UK should know Gordon Ramsey runs into Whyte people like that ALL OF THE TIME
@@TheLovesnowangeldon’t call ppl you don’t know child wth is your problem
@@TheLovesnowangelexactly. The narrative being spun feels like the evolved version of the doll test. Lotta learned biases taking place.
This is definitely a black thing. I agree with you 💯 percent. Those are black owned businesses and ATL is chocolate city…I used to live there. I thought the food was ok. I love the food in Memphis much better!
I like how Keith handled every situation with Grace and dignity. this whole situation made me respect him more.
I totally agree with you because he could easily lack integrity and do what Chad says he should do. I think most people would prefer his honesty about the food he critiques rather than he lie to us
Right, I also can respect the fact Ocho came back and took accountability for his foolish stance. I cant believe Atlanta stressed this man out like this 😭.
These restaurant owners should realize and understand that sometimes celebrities (and influencers) just want to have a meal in their space like the rest of us, without all of the unwarranted attention. Imagine you being a celebrity, going to brunch, and a mob of people are lining up to take selfies with you, record videos, have small take and ask questions - when all you wanted was to sit down and eat your chicken and waffles in peace.
I’m from Atlanta but I live in Los Angeles. I’ve been bicoastal between each city for the last several years. Celebrities walk amongst us in public (in LA) like the average everyday person. They may get priority seating at restaurants, but it’s definitely not one of those things where patrons rush up to them interrupting their experience. Atlanta on the other hand, use celebrities who visit their restaurant(s) like a feature on an album.
We need more Keith’s!! I was born & raised in Atl & he spoke ALL facts about these restaurants. It’s absolutely ridiculous. A big part of the issue is that Atl is over saturated now too.
Kandi and Chad proved the point of what everyone is saying. If you’re a celebrity they will treat you different black or white.
I think that is human nature . Most people get excited when a celebrity is around .
@@stacyr4768 yep it is even if we don’t want to;that’s why Keith Lee’s model works so well celebrities are about 1-2% of the population so getting a good review as a celebrity means nothing to someone making 70k a year with 35 followers on TikTok while Keith Lee who matches people daily earning and has 14 million is attempting to give honest reviews. I met Treach from Naughty by Nature in HS and thought I had made it for like a week lol so yeah celebrity definitely has its perks.
@stacyr4768 actually it's socialization, not human nature.
@@ToyaRR good point
@@ToyaRRthe nature of human’s is socialization. So, they’re actually right. Even in most animal kingdom’s there is a hierarchy.
I met a friend from Atlanta and expressed how me and my husband wanted to go for a weekend and just try food. She told me that a lot of restaurants out there are very offputting and they will more than likely ruin your time. We listened to her, and I’m so glad we did.
Exactly, this conversation is long over due.
When in Atlanta it doesn’t come across my mind to go to the IT food spots , I look for those authentic google reviews . 🔎
Kandi should've stuck with the first response. The second was dumb. And let me say this. BLACK PEOPLE! BLACK PEOPLE! We need to STOP supporting businesses JUST because they're Black. The only thing that should matter is if it's a QUALITY establishment. I'm Black as hell and almost every time I go to one of our business it's a problem. And I'm not talking about the prices. Tuh! Y'all better look at these reviews before giving your hard earned money away.
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Facts! ❤
Agreed❤❤
In England their Royalty is Queen Elizabeth & King Charles. In USA our Royalty are celebrities. They get the Red carpet like it or not. It is what it is.
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Team Keith Lee all the way. He’s for the customers. He cannot be bought. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
This story about Lee’s experience with some Atlanta restaurants is just a flashback for me. My experience with them, was exactly the same ! I’ve been to Atl several times and can’t think of any positive experiences there. I refuse to return.
Keith started his rise by reviewing dying restaurants. He saved lives and injected confidence, passion and a love for cooking back into hardworking business owners, mom n pops shops. ❤️ He's also a non,smoking, non-drinking, MMA fighter, loyal husband and amazing black dad. He's everything that we need to celebrate and praise 👏 ❤❤ he rides for his family and doesn't play about his wife and kids. No wonder that bitter ol lady is calling him autistic. Devaluing somebody that you wish you could be. Sad really, enjoy having no business. You gone learn today. 😊 Chad is a 5 time husband and stay at home baby daddy living off your wife and refusing to sign a prenup, nobody checking for no Chad. Lol that's just funny. Old hater got triggered by a real King. The chosen ones always get attacked by shitty people. Chad so jealous it's sad 😂 #teamkeithlee
I started following him during the pandemic. He was living in his car. He won an MMA fight and was able to get a place to live. He has stayed humble and his blessings are deserving and in abundance.
@@lisashelton4718 amen 🙏
The only thing I will add is that Chad is still rich, rich. He owns several McDonald's locations and his net worth is still 15 million. But he very well could be an old hater. I'm not disputing that part 🤷🏾♀️
I agree with everything you said except for the Ocho stuff. To add to the factual info the person above me gave, Chad has only been married once (Evelyn Lozada) and is currently engaged. He has been calling his fiancé his wife for a couple years now. And the prenup thing was sarcasm. Anyone who is familiar with his interviews, social media presence, and podcast commentary is familiar with his sense of humor. We don’t want to do what Chad did, which is blowing down while being factually incorrect.
Very well said....Keith Lee is the husabnd, brother we all want in blk society
It’s not shocking that restaurants give food critics and influencers special treatment it’s shocking people are surprised about this, it’s been happening for yes.
But to his point, how does he know if the food he is being served is what everyone else is eating?
@@SuiteVIIseems like he sends his wife in before he goes in to see the difference, but what the restaurant gives him isn’t his business it’s the restaurants
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Literally it's all in old school restaurants pictures of owners with celebrities in their restaurants for clout and influence to buy💯
This is what I said. How is this different than letting ppl bypass the line at a club…this happens in a lot of industries for years.
I love how he sends his family first to see how places treat customers over influencers and celebrities and love even more how he doesnt accept special treatment and calls them out for not appreciating their regulars who keep them in business
Same! I'm sure it's great to have a celebrity come to an establishment. However, it's the everyday customers that keep you in business. The lack of accountability is 🤦🏾♀️. Do better....it's really that simple!
@@ltarleton7527 it literally is. Cause say a celeb comes and disrespect yur place or staff and you take up for them, regardless if their fans trash it along with them. Your regulars you treat right will stand with you and continue the support as well as those who appreciate that you chose them over celebrities
I love him!!! May God continue to bless his family, his business and his words.
I love your commentary on this situation, you hit the nail on the head on a lot of points. And I absolutely love Keith Lees's energy and response to Chad
He did a review of my jerk spot out here in Atlanta and now the wait time is almost 2 hours 😭 I’m happy for the owner but I’m sad for myself 😂 the good thing is they text you when it’s ready so you can go do something else while you wait.
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Lol
Ask for a salary increase
Kandi acknowledged Keith but took very little accountability. Her restaurant has a serious customer service issue. You can’t not accept Togo orders, not have food delivery available, AND have 2 hour lines to dine in. Something needs to shift.
You could tell Kandi didn't want to make that video. The whole time, it looked like she had to remind herself to blink, lol.
I’m with Keith Lee all around. I love what he stands for. Because customer service has been on the struggle bus for years. Yes it’s time to bring it back to life. It’s great for accountability and to turn things around for the better for businesses and customers.
I'm so glad that Keith Lee was able to spotlight the good and the bad experiences that people have with the restaurants in the Atlanta area. Just because they are Black Owned doesn't mean he's supposed to smooth over the fact that they are lacking in some areas. As a business owner and friend of business owners in the food industry, Customer Service is a MAJOR part in the success and longevity of Any business. Especially a business in the food industry. Going out to eat is an Experience. We don't just go out to grab and go. We want to feel appreciated, enjoy the ambiance, ect. There are rules at work, school, ect. We don't expect to have a list of Unnecessary rules where we go to unwind from the stress, hustle and bustle of our day to day. Atlanta upper class, upper middle class (new money)... we can tell because you don't know how to handle the perceived power that you have. Being humble goes alot farther than being entitled.
Listen to your patrons. That's who is paying for the lifestyle that you currently enjoy. If not, what was so graciously given to you by The Most High can and Will be Taken Away. Ase' 😉
Keep keeping it honest and real Keith! It should be taken as constructive criticism for the business to improve and grow.
People are getting mad about the wrong thing. We all want great customer service, come in with a great attitude and just do the job. Take the criticism and figure out ways to make your restaurant better. Now people are looking at Atlanta with huge side eyes.
especially with them giving death threats and promise of violence to people giving bad reviews, how will that look to tourist who about this or other influencer they'd want to visit their restaurants, it would scare them off and negatively affect the businesses there worst than a bad review would?
Bout to start cooking from now on 😂
@@tokunaga432It’s not every restaurant in Atlanta. He did clarify that towards the end. There are many great places with good customer service people reviewed from Atlanta also. Besides there are always a few places in every city that have bad customer service or can’t take criticism.
Beeen 🤣
Hello! save your money and time, @@kingscorpio6465. Best customer service out! LOL.
What's disturbing to me is how collectively delusional people are. People would rather you lie to them than tell the truth just so they can be comfortable and not have to grow. People in general need to do better.
This is the one I struggle with as I get older. Honesty really isn't most people policy and when u tell the truth they'll will come for you.
Right
Chad Johnson is the LAST person who should call someone crazy based on his history . 🤣
Facts i aint forget his dumbass in his prime making sextapes getting into fights and the headbutt incident and fucking around with wankaego or whatever that stripper named 🤦🏾🤦🏾
I think its about time that we had one of our own people critique our businesses. I’ve had some horrible experiences with our community and it sucks because you want to support. I think our community needs to be checked and im glad he’s doing it. I think in order to be the best you have to come with the best. Our community is so gifted and have worked so hard to pass off mediocre. I think critiques are important and the fact that people got butt hurt over it says a lot. Some of the best customer services come from small businesses that no one is aware of. I like that he has brought that to life! Kudos to him.
We need Keith Lee’s vibrations EVERYWHERE!!!!
I swear the arrogance and lack of accountability some us have when we run a business is a shame !
That’s the glass ceiling of the black community
Agreed, it's not a coincidence he didn't have all this backlash until he reached Atlanta
@@alwayslivinglife64no he's had other shitty restaurant owners before. Making this a "black only" issue is weird to me and just feels like an evolved version of the doll test.
@Antwannnn the way he conducts his reviews has not changed, so what made Atlanta such a social media topic?
🎯 💯 Yes! Look around. Black businesses should be thriving, especially in the BC. Instead, not understanding the basics of treating your customers right seems to be the course. I USED to consult for the community, but stopped when clients wouldn’t pay for my expertise bc I should be helping Black people for FREE! Two Master’s AND a sliding scale and no respect for me or my time or work.
The problem is real and not fixable until the BC changes it’s mindset about doing BUSINESS and not f’ing around PRETENDING to be a “Boss”.
I’m finished 😊
@@Antwannnn The way the BC in Atlanta reacted. A whole lot of residents agreed, but more than a few fools have threatened to UNALIVE Keith, his family and/or restaurant staff!!!
That’s why this is a Black issue. Only our community does this f*ckery.
Before you do a “every community Blah blah blah” do your own research THEN come back with evidence. You will not find it because NO other race or ethnicity has had this reaction on this scale to restaurant reviews. That is why this is a Black issue and being in denial is one of the reasons things like this continue to happen. If you need more help understanding, I suggest educating yourself as there a millions of resources available.
Hope this helps! 😊
Taking accountability in the black community is well needed. I appreciate Keith Lee for keeping it 100 with his followers including me. I live in Atlanta so trust me I know exactly where he coming from. Black restaurant businesses need to do better and the ones that do I appreciate the service and food! I hope he continues doing him!!!
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People do give a damn in real life where and who they eat from, and to receive death threats from a food review is mind-blowing 😮 the bullying has to stop!
That’s not entirely true, cuz black peoples known for years that Asians don’t treat us with respect when it comes to their beauty supply stores and restaurants. But you know what they’ll still eat and shop from them.
I love the way he handled himself throughout this whole experience. I hadn't heard of him prior to this situation but I really appreciate him as a person and am definitely a fan going forward. And yesssss the way he read Chad was great 😊
This was good. People need to be able to push and pull with one another without becoming bent out of shape. This is the way we learn and grow. Those places could simply use the information to improve. I believe that's the spirit that Keith is giving, with love.❤
Chad is totally wrong!!! We can’t be critiqued ??? Chile it’s because some of us are so above reproach that it ultimately hurts us.
Fr that's how our community breeds narcissism. No one is going to take anyone seriously who has bad judgment and thinks everyone of one skin tone should be praised. If he thinks all BP should be regarded the same SIMPLY bc theyre BP then don't be surprised when other races treat us as a monolith and group us all together when something bad happens. I'm not standing by anyone who I know for a fact aint doing the right thing.
Chad clearly displays an elitist attitude. Yes these are black businesses affected but these are BLACK consumers that are being mistreated. Does he or these other people even think about the regular consumers that spend their hard earned money on these places??? But it's okay to treat famous people better than regular customers? And his comment about Gordon Ramsay did it for me. Chad is ignorant. It's a shame his own child had to correct him. I still don't think he truly understands. And SOME of these black owners don't get it either. But elitists clearly don't take accountability. They're making themselves look bad. Keith brought business to several businesses but now these uppity owners are mad because they feel like they deserve better responses from food critics?
This all could have been avoided if the restaurants that got a bad review prioritized good customer service from the beginning. How could you be mad at this man for wanting to practice integrity? That's also why he has a large following because his audience knows he will not lie or embellish a bad experience.
They’re mad because they have no integrity. Be just in it for the money. That’s why the food is usually overpriced & barely average.
I applaud Keith Lee for all he is doing. May God continue to protect him and his family so he can still keep doing God's work!
Appreciate your perspective. You shared valid points which aid in promoting a healthy conversation for business owners to reflect on and apply improvements where needed. Well done.
kandi is so lucky keith didn't eat at her restaurant, because i've heard from multiple people that the food absolutely sucks lmao
I’m from Atlanta and most ppl from here don’t go to these celebrity owned and ig restaurant. I have to travel out because they suck so bad. He did nothing wrong
Oh shit 😳
@MoniqueSoChix Unfortunately, not every celebrity is successful with branching out in the culinary world and the general business world (e.g. fashion)
The food is terrible.My coworker begged me to go.… Never again. I rather go to a unknown local spot
@@MoniqueSoChix i'm not from atlanta, but im planning on visiting in the spring. do you have any recommendations? i've never been to the south and i want the real deal.. and i am willing to travel far and wide for good food! not just restaurants, but food halls and suff like that??
I appreciate his platform too!! I'm born and raised in Atlanta, I'm soo thankful he came to Atlanta! He exposes shit that we have to deal with EVERY WEEEKEND!!!!!!!!!!!
I went to the real milk & honey over the summer. That restaurant is a hot mess! The air conditioner was broken and it was OVER 100 degrees. Instead of closing down they gave us menus to fan ourselves off. The owner went around apologizing saying it would be fixed the next day. They failed to tell us the air conditioner was broken until we sat down and started ordering our food after waiting an hour to be seated 🤣I complained that it was so hot and that’s when they told me it was broken 😩
You're real brave to go to College Park. I'll go back when it's been gentrified enough...I haven't been near that area since 2013
U won’t lying sis! Hot mess!
@@KnowledgeSeeker78491LOL WHAT NOW 😭😭😭😭 “gentrified enough” 😂😂
@@kiki13451 All I'm saying is that I'm eating in Buckhead not Bankhead... But seriously, I really wish black folks would just get political, get reparations and fix up our sh*t. I've been around the world and really the only places I've ever felt unsafe were either in the ghetto or somewhat redneck areas... Every Chinatown I've been in has been lovely... Little Italy has been good... It's just the hood is unnecessarily dangerous and I know it's on purpose
God bless Keith Lee and his Family 👑💜👑✨for blessing many 🫶🏽☺️✨!
I love the ending. People talking honest accountability and people holding their loved ones accountable
Glad Chad ate that humble pie without an ego, respect.
lol he had no choice 😂
People making death treats over a review that would only benefit them as a customer is crazy 🤦🏾♀️
Gordon Ramsey is so rude and nasty yet they value him or a respectful person🙄 truth hurts. He has helped a lot of places
But he whyt 🤣
Because he's a professional chef with multiple successful restaurants. Lol
@@Kelly-ye6cvno. It’s because he’s white.. period
He's the right color
He’s only like that when something is either genuinely dangerous, or if somebody is seriously disrespectful or stupid. But I certainly do agree with the fact that he’s given a pass for it, where as when Keith Lee gives a professional, respectful review it’s automatically seen as aggression or disrespect.
I had someone come into my restaurant without my staff knowing because I wanted to know the truth of how things were when I was not there!
You cannot grow if you cannot accept criticism!!
My manager was fired as a result of that undercover audit!
Offered retraining first, but ultimately fired for stealing
I know K. Lee not but watching this video, his diligence, intelligence, authenticity, and thoughtfulness makes me happy good people still exist. I will be a new follower!
This just shows how simple minded our people are. It’s sickening!! Proves a lot of us are stagnant emotionally and mentally, you have to be mentally sick 🤢 to threaten someone’s life over their opinion. Whew
This!!! 👏🏾 👏🏾 👏🏾
For that 22% auto-gratuity that these Atlanta restaurants like to charge, you better find that good customer service deep down in your soul & project it outward 😂
PERIOD!!!! Be waiting for hours to eat, can’t get what you want because they’re out, then the tip was already included when you get the bill.
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They charge 22% auto and still give bad service? A restaurant near me does like 16%, and make a point to say that you don't have to tip more or you could, even remove the 16%. They still give amazing service regardless.
That "Autistic comment" was so uncalled for and it's giving ableism (more specifically autmisia - ableism experienced by/geared to Autistic people).
Also, wanna point out that Autism isn't a learning disability. It's a neurodevelopmental disorder or condition that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn, and behave.
*signed an AuDHD woman (Autistic with ADHD)
Some of the most brilliant people are autistic. Shows how completely ignorant that person was. I would never patronize a person like that.
My son might be autistic. I don't want to send him out into this world but I am. Feel so bad about that. Going to get the test done and pray.
@@jaeg2929 it can be terrifying to be Autistic in this overstimulating world that doesn't often accommodate disabled people. It's so important to have supportive people in our corner. Just being supportive of and praying for your son (his safety & well-being), that makes so much of a difference. Note: If he has noise sensitivity, please invest in a good pair of ear defenders. Those are game changers!
@@jaeg2929My son is autistic and was diagnosed when he was 5 years old. He's been receiving speech and occupational therapy. Therapy helps my son so much, but I stayed clear of ABA therapy and behavioral therapy. My son is an honor student and is already taking high school classes while in middle school. Get your son diagnosed now, and in therapy so he knows how to navigate in this world. Read up on sensory issues and autistic people so you understand him better. Decompressing is a big thing. My son also has a IEP so the teachers understand him and his needs.
Thankyou for this
My nephew gave me signs of autism
I asked my sister to get him tested
Turns out I was right
I worked with highly functional clients so I had a little experience
But after reading your comment
I see my family is really clueless and don't bother to educate themselves
I need to learn more so I can be a soft place for my nephew if he ever needs me
We aren't very close
Im so happy to discover this man Keith Lee. I love what he's doing. He helping make real good change with his great passionnate humanitarian motto of foody. #lovetobeafoody #foodyourfirstmedecine
You do not have to be a credentialed person to identify with good food. Most of our family members are not certified culinary artists, yet their cooking skills will have you coming back for more. We have great cooks in my family who specialize in certain foods. At events, most people want to know who made what, before they go to gatherings and then talk about the food before they eat it. They critique the food and tell others. Perhaps Mr. Lee is not a credentialed culinary artist, however, people are requesting his opinion because of his honesty and influence. He pays for his food and leaves an extremely generous tip along with encouraging words while never deviating from his faith in God. Mr. Keith Lee's humbleness is awesome. God is amazing! Best of success to all.
Not only did he get him together he did with grace 💁🏽♀️✨ and he pointed out key honest facts staying true to what he believe in… LOVE IT 🎉
Good Food and Customer Service is a part of the restaurant experience.
Honest criticism can help improve restaurants. Keith Lee is HONEST and giving authentic reviews. Love his brand....
The restaurant owner should have just kept it professional period.
Are we surprised that they weren't professional though...
Real talk, all this drama is causing more folks (real folks) to follow Keith. I subbed and suggest you do as well. He speaks truth and I appreciate that
Colossians 4:6 Good job, Keith! May God continue to bless him and his family for being obedient to the Word! 💁🏽♀️
They hate Keith because he not apart of the establishment and hold these restaurants accountable. This is long overdue 💯 we been needing someone to tell the truth about the food industry.
Chad needs to stop! Our community is always saying support black business and WHEN WE DO this is the energy we’re met with!!!
I’m just glad Chad was able to eat his slice of humble pie gracefully and acknowledged that he was wrong! Thank you to his daughter for setting him straight. #teamKeithLee
Excellent video, as always! I did want to make one small, non confrontational correction, just for the sake of clarity and awareness. Autism is not defined as a learning disability, it’s considered a developmental disability. It’s easy to confuse the two and I know no harm was intended, I just wanted to put the correct info out there. Thank you empressive for another well done and entertaining video, I appreciate you.
Everyone knows that visiting black business is typically unprofessional. It's not new. Why when he puts a light on it is it a surprise. Thank you Keith Lee for your humility and greatness
For someone who prefers dating outside his race, Ocho Cinco talks a lot of B.S. He needs to STFU and mind his business with Becky 💁🏾♀️
😂😂😂😂😂
preach!!!
He can go and stay with his colorist ex Evelyn.
@larosa5891 you mean Gloria's I don't know any Hispanics name Becky lol
His fiancé is a black woman
Amazing how long this story is going.
This!! Cause I anit never heard of this dude till now, but no tik tok for me. But he seems nice tho.
I’m glad Ocho’s daughter checked him and he came on social media humbled. The problem with some of these black businesses is that they treat the customer as if they should feel privileged that they allow us to come spend money on them instead of the other way around. This makes it extremely hard to support black owned businesses as much as I would love to. That Real Milk & Honey owner is gonna get humbled real quick. It’s not just the service, but his and the manager’s response to the issue Keith Lee had coming to their restaurant. It’ll only be a matter of time before they have to close, it’ll be awhile. Not saying you should totally kiss the customer’s ass, but these black owned businesses lack the customer service skills cause they’re only in it for the money rather than the passion for the industry.
Exactly they are only in it for the money
I’m glad Keith Lee exposed some of these Atlanta restaurants. Although we have a beautiful restaurant scene, the wait times can be ridiculous.
You good bruh.
Keep doing what you do.