The incident unfolded late Friday evening, when McDavid, who is known for his reserved and private demeanor, walked into the high-end restaurant for a quiet dinner. Seated at a corner table, the NHL superstar seemed to be just another diner enjoying a night out. However, the waitress, who had been serving him for some time, did not recognize the man she was attending to.
In a moment of apparent frustration, the waitress, who was reportedly in her late 20s, made an off-hand comment about McDavid’s performance on the ice. According to sources familiar with the situation, she mocked his latest on-ice performance, joking about his team’s recent struggles and his “lack of leadership” during a pivotal game.
“I bet he couldn’t skate his way out of a paper bag,” the waitress laughed, speaking to another server nearby, unaware that the man sitting just a few feet away was the very player she was criticizing.
What she didn’t know, however, was that McDavid was not just a regular customer. He is, in fact, the owner of the upscale restaurant, having invested in it as part of his broader business interests. McDavid, known for his low-key approach off the ice, typically keeps a low profile in public settings, but his ownership in the restaurant had been kept private until this moment.
As the waitress finished her comment, McDavid calmly stood up from his table and approached the bar, where the shocked server was still chatting. The star athlete revealed his identity, much to her embarrassment. “I don’t think you know who I am,” McDavid said with a smile. “But I do own this place, so maybe let’s keep the comments to a minimum.”
The waitress, apparently realizing the blunder she had made, immediately apologized profusely. Sources report that McDavid, ever the professional, didn’t escalate the situation. Instead, he told the waitress, “It’s all good. Just keep in mind, we never know who we’re talking about.”
The restaurant management later confirmed that McDavid had indeed made a significant investment in the luxury dining spot, but had maintained a quiet, behind-the-scenes role. The incident, though uncomfortable, seemed to serve as a reminder that no one is truly beyond the reach of a quick, ill-advised comment—even in the world of high-end dining.
Social media users quickly caught wind of the incident, with some expressing sympathy for the waitress, noting that it was an honest mistake, while others found the situation humorous, dubbing it the “ultimate lesson in humility.” “McDavid is one of the most humble athletes out there, but this waitress learned the hard way that even the most low-key billionaires can hear you,” one Twitter user quipped.
As for the waitress, sources say she remains employed at the restaurant, though some believe this incident may serve as a cautionary tale for both staff and patrons alike: in the world of luxury dining, sometimes the most unsuspecting customers might be your boss.
In the end, the story ended without any major fallout, though McDavid may have gained some new respect for the quiet power of his off-ice endeavors. Whether it will impact his future dining experiences, though, remains to be seen.
Connor McDavid explains awkward airport photo with fans
Connor McDavid explains the awkward airport photo of him with two fans that went viral.
Edmonton Oilers star Connor McDavid went viral in May after a very awkward photo was snapped of him with two fans in an airport. There was some awkward hand grabbing and a heartfelt arm wrap from the smiling fans, who meant to no harm.
On Tuesday, McDavid explained how the photo came to be in a podcast with Puck Soup.
“I was walking into the security line and I had actually walked past them. And then they say ‘hey Connor can we get a picture?’ and I say ‘sure’ and sure enough they come up to me and start hugging me.
Both of them. Both of them were hugging me.
And sure enough there was someone who had their phone ready to take a picture. They had already turned around and were ready for the picture and took the picture before I had even realized what was going on. The whole thing lasted seven seconds and then I was out of there.”
My best friend’s parents, Jimmy & Rosalina, met @cmcdavid97 at @FlyEIA today. Possibly the best/most awkward photo of all time? #NHL #oilers pic.twitter.com/yeDUPydWDd
— Margeaux Maron (@MargeauxMaron) May 10, 2017
McDavid will be on the cover of the upcoming NHL video game by EA Sports. We all wish that the airport photo would the one that graces the front of the video game.
