Southampton: Rusty's Diner event booked up after Echo coverage

The Duke of Wellington is getting ready for its popular event Rusty's Diner where customers enjoy bad service from rude staff. 

The event has limited tables and is now fully booked. Landlord Rusty Pitlee, 39, and his husband head chef Rob, 40, run the event to boost trade.

This is the pair's third event and seats usually sell out in less than 20 minutes. 

The February 25 date was announced on Saturday after coverage in the Echo - and sold out in minutes.

READ MORE: The Southampton pub where people pay to be insulted

Head chef Rob previously told the Echo: "People come to be insulted - they love it.

"For example, when the customer asks for cutlery, the waiter tells them to get it themselves." Head Chef Rob Pitlee (Image: Newsquest)

Although the experience is similar to Karen's Diner, the inspiration came from Dick's in America, known for its vulgar and sarcastic servers. 

So if you're one of the lucky ones who managed to get hold of a booking, look forward to an evening full of insults and the worst possible dining experience.

It takes place on Saturday, February 25, from 6pm until 9pm. 

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