A Taco Bell worker’s hilarious, unfiltered response to a New Jersey customer who refused to round up her bill for charity has absolutely taken over the internet, leaving everyone in stitches. The quick-witted comeback not only shocked the customer but also made her laugh hysterically, showing off some seriously great customer service humor.
The whole interaction went down in a video posted by TikToker Ashlynn (@ashlynn.7.rae), as reported by BroBible. Ashlynn was grabbing some food in the drive-thru with her friend, Julie, filming the moment. The worker, doing their job, asked Ashlynn, “Would you like to round up 5 cents?” This question was part of Taco Bell’s Round Up campaign, which helps fund educational scholarships. Ashlynn’s response was super quick: “Absolutely not.” But what really sent everyone into hysterics was the worker’s immediate, equally quick reply: “No? All right. F— them kids, right?”
Julie and Ashlynn totally cracked up at the worker’s unexpected and witty comment. The video’s caption perfectly summed up the vibe, saying, “This is ur sign to go to taco bell tn,” suggesting everyone needs a dose of that kind of humor.
Viewers on TikTok couldn’t believe the worker’s response either, but they universally applauded his sense of humor
One commenter remarked, “He matched the energy immediately!” Another fan added, “I absolutely love this new generation of workers.” It seems like this kind of candid interaction isn’t totally uncommon at Taco Bell, either. Other users chimed in with similar stories, like one who heard a worker say, “yea, me neither. Drive around,” after refusing to round up. Another shared their experience: “I said this to my Taco Bell guy and he said ‘damn it’s 5 cents what them kids do.'”
However, some viewers encouraged Ashlynn to reconsider her stance on donating, pointing out the positive impact of Taco Bell’s specific charity. One viewer shared a personal connection, saying, “Taco Bell is the only place I will round up because they actually do use it for scholarships for their employees. There’s a girl on here that if im remembering correctly was able to get her tuition paid like 4 times because of it.”
This viral moment also sparked a wider conversation about why so many businesses ask customers to round up their totals for charity, especially if you are paying the exact amount with a card. While it’s a common practice, some customers have voiced suspicions about where those donations actually go. Some shoppers suggest that charities often approach retailers for permission to solicit, especially for smaller counter collections.
There’s also been a social media rumor floating around that businesses get tax breaks from these donations, but that’s actually been debunked. Instead, it’s the customers who might be able to write off their donations on their taxes, provided they keep their receipts. So, while the worker’s response was pure gold, the situation highlights a common point of contention for many shoppers. It’s also a departure from the increasingly poor public reviews of Taco Bell.
Published: Feb 25, 2026 02:00 pm