"We're ready for our check," he agreed, "but I really would like to send my compliments to the kitchen - it's been fantastic. And your service has been great. You're definitely getting some repeat customers."

But after she smiled and thanked them both, she returned with the check - which he promptly paid for, and wrote a big tip into the tip line. He was used to how those cards worked now, and it was just a matter of minutes before they were on their way out to the car.