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NJ pizzeria owner speaks out after ripping family who brought own cake to birthday party

A New Jersey pizzeria is under fire after a viral incident involving a birthday cake.

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Source diversity sample: NJ.com · themarysue.com · Patch · DailyVoice.com · yahoo.com · New York Post.

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Answered

What happened at Joey Tomato's pizzeria?

A family celebrating a 5-year-old boy's birthday was berated by the pizzeria owner and staff for bringing their own cake to the establishment.

What is the pizzeria's policy on outside cakes?

The pizzeria owner has stated that Joey Tomato's is not a party venue and does not allow outside cakes.

How has the public reacted to the incident?

Public opinion is divided. Some defend the pizzeria's policy, while others criticize the staff's behavior towards the family.

Where it stands

A family celebrating a 5-year-old boy's birthday at Joey Tomato's in New Jersey brought their own cake to the pizzeria. The pizzeria owner and staff berated the family for this, despite the family reportedly spending $250.

The owner has since spoken out, asserting that the pizzeria is not a party venue and does not allow outside cakes. The owner's response has sparked further controversy, with some customers and outlets defending the pizzeria's policy while others criticize the staff's behavior.

The family's experience has gone viral, drawing attention to the pizzeria's policies and customer service practices. The pizzeria's reputation is at stake as public opinion remains divided.

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