‘So sorry, I grabbed your salad’: Women are reportedly stealing Sweetgreen salads to meet men

A viral TikTok post claims that single women in Midtown Manhattan are stealing "finance bros'" lunches from Sweetgreen to get their attention and potentially start a romantic connection. The women allegedly look up the men's names on LinkedIn and message them, apologizing for taking their lunch and offering to buy them a new one. The post has sparked a conversation about the struggles of modern dating, with many people expressing frustration with dating apps and the lack of genuine connections. A 2024 Forbes survey found that over 75% of Gen Zers are burned out on dating apps like Hinge, Tinder, and Bumble. Despite the time spent on these apps, users don't feel like they're able to find meaningful relationships. The TikTok post highlights the desperation people are feeling in their search for love, with some resorting to unconventional methods. A 2023 study found that almost 50% of men aged 18-25 have never made the first move and approached a woman romantically in person, citing fear of rejection and social consequences as the main reasons. The post has sparked a debate about why people can't just approach each other in person, with some men commenting that it's not easy to do so in a city like New York. The story, whether true or not, speaks to the broader issue of modern dating and the challenges people face in finding love. The TikTok user who shared the story questioned why people can't just be more direct and approach each other in person. The post has received a lot of attention, with even Sweetgreen commenting on the state of dating in 2025.