This Server Got a Generous Tip, but She Was Left Hanging – Here’s the Dirty Secret!

It’s no secret that Post Malone is a generous guy. Time and time again, stories have surfaced about him leaving massive tips for hardworking service workers. But his latest act of kindness has turned into a frustrating situation, thanks to the payment processing company Square.

While in New Orleans for Super Bowl weekend, Post Malone stopped by Howlin’ Wolf, a well-known bar and music venue in the city. After enjoying his time there, he left a $2,000 tip for server Heather Foster. A life-changing moment for any hospitality worker, right? Unfortunately, things didn’t go as expected.

A Tip Too Big for Square?

When Foster went to cash out the generous tip, she got a shocking response—Square would only let her keep $200. According to Foster’s Facebook post, the company claimed the tip was “too high” and wouldn’t process the full amount.

Foster even shared a photo of the receipt, proving that Posty had indeed left the large tip. The post quickly caught the attention of New Orleans city council members and investigative reporter Cassie Shirm from WDSU, a local news station.

Wanting answers, Shirm reached out to Square for clarification. Their response?

They’re “looking into the issue.”

A Super Bowl Weekend That Didn’t Deliver

The Super Bowl is supposed to be a massive economic boost for a host city, with thousands of visitors flooding bars, restaurants, and venues. But this year, reports suggest that local businesses in New Orleans didn’t see the crowds they expected. Instead of spending money at neighborhood spots, visitors chose NFL-sponsored events that kept most of the revenue within the league.

For service workers like Foster, Post Malone’s tip could have made up for lost business. And now, because of Square’s restrictions, she’s left in limbo—waiting to see if she’ll actually receive what she was generously given.

Post Malone’s Track Record of Giving

If there’s one thing we know about Post Malone, it’s that he takes care of the people who serve him. He’s left big tips before—just recently, a story went viral about him dropping $1,200 at a Pizza Hut in Utah. His generosity isn’t just a one-time thing; it’s part of who he is.

That’s why fans are so upset about what’s happening with Square. If the issue is just a security measure, then it should be an easy fix. But if it’s something more, it raises serious questions about how large tips are handled by digital payment companies.

“I Wrote This Song About the Chiefs and the Referees”

Aside from tipping big, Post Malone also made waves at the Bud Light Backyard tailgate concert before the Super Bowl. Before performing his latest hit, “I Had Some Help,” he took a playful shot at the game’s officiating:

“I wrote this song about the Chiefs and the referees.”

Of course, it turns out the Chiefs needed all the help they could get. Despite being the reigning champions, they lost to the Eagles 40-22 in a game that wasn’t even close.

Square Needs to Make This Right

Now that the Super Bowl is over, the focus in New Orleans shifts to the economic impact it had on the city—and whether local businesses and workers actually benefited.

For Heather Foster, that means waiting to see if Square does the right thing and gives her the tip she was promised.

At the end of the day, the service industry runs on hard work and generosity. If someone like Post Malone wants to reward that hard work, a payment company shouldn’t stand in the way.

Do better, Square.