Is it rude to order something expensive at Starbucks?

Question

I know it's rude to order something really expensive (in comparison to the rest of the menu) when someone is treating you to dinner, but what about at a place like Starbucks? If someone is paying for you, and they get a plain coffee or tea, is it rude to order something fancy that may cost 4 or 5 times more (even though it still only costs $5 or so)? Or, for an analogous situation, if you're going out for ice cream and your date gets a scoop or two, is it rude to order something more expensive, like a sundae or milkshake?

Answer 1

If it is the first couple of dates, it is rude to order expensive items. Follow their lead, order something 1 dollar under or better.

Answer 2

no,because if they offered to buy you something then their shouldn't be a limitation to the price,Unless they tell you to keep it cheap.After all they are paying,Take advantage of the situation.

Answer 3

Hey if someone is willing to pay then why not order what you want.

Answer 4

no, just dont get the most expensive thing there.

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Answer 5

I don't think it's rude... I would order what my favourite is... if I prefer a frappuccino.. I would get one... then I would say .. '' you said I am invited.. but I would like to drink what I prefer.. my favourite.. if you wish I give you the money..'' but I would not want to drink tea .. an invitation to Starbucks should bear that in mind.. that a person is entitled to drink what they like.. and not to have to drink coffee or tea just because it's cheap but they hate it.. so if i invited something I would already bear that in mind.. but if I didn't want to get them cake. I would say  ''What would you like to drink.. ' then if they said a venti frappuccnio  and it cost me almost $ 6 I would pay .. after all I invited them...  they have the right to have a different taste.. it would be a bit narrow minded if I invite someone for a meal or something else and expect them to pick the cheapest on the menu.. then it's better to invite them to the house and give them a cup of coffee or tea... or not to invite them at all.. if I determine what they can have.. that' not a proper genuine invitation then... I believe if one is invited one should order what one wants but for politeness sake I would ask '' is that ok or shall I pay for it myself.. but I then would feel a bit put out if I get invited and end up paying for my own drink or ice cream just because I don't want the cheapest...''

Answer 6

Well I guess if you just automatically order it, it may be rude, depending on how comfortable you guys are with each other.  If you want to be polite, simply ask them if it's okay if you can order that certain item since it's your favorite.  If they say it's okay, just ask again and make sure if they're sure.  If they seem sincere, just thank them and order it.