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We Want Plates is a community of both regular people and dedicated foodies who are joining their forces to make restaurants serve food on actual plates, not on bits of wood and roof tiles. To do so, they are shaming all the ridiculous food presentations they are receiving online, and their crusade has made them quite famous.

Founded in 2015 by Ross McGinnes, We Want Plates already has 157K followers on Twitter, 100K on Facebook, and 30K on Instagram. However, the biggest unit of their army is located on Reddit — over 650K troops. I think it's safe to say that the growth of the project is a pretty good indication that restaurants should think twice before serving cured meat on a bone or pouring a cocktail into a baby bottle. At least I hope so.

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“Our Environmentally Friendly Tempura Is Made With Sustainable Seafood And Vegetables, Harvested In Ways That Consider The Long-Term Well-Being Of Our Precious Land And Oceans.”“Wonderful! How’s It Served?”“On A Large Polystyrene Block.”

“Our Environmentally Friendly Tempura Is Made With Sustainable Seafood And Vegetables, Harvested In Ways That Consider The Long-Term Well-Being Of Our Precious Land And Oceans.”“Wonderful! How’s It Served?”“On A Large Polystyrene Block.”

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    Cocktail Bathtub Complete With Rubber Ducky

    Cocktail Bathtub Complete With Rubber Ducky

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    #3

    “Here’s Your Beef Wellington Starter. Is There Anything Else I Can Get You?”“Tetanus Shot, Please.”

    “Here’s Your Beef Wellington Starter. Is There Anything Else I Can Get You?”“Tetanus Shot, Please.”

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    #4

    Caesar Salad Or Charlie Brown Christmas Tree?

    Caesar Salad Or Charlie Brown Christmas Tree?

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    #5

    "Waiter, I Prefer My Pie To Be At Least 9 Inches Off The Table"

    "Waiter, I Prefer My Pie To Be At Least 9 Inches Off The Table"

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    #6

    The Chips Come In A Rock

    The Chips Come In A Rock

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    #8

    This Is A Take Out Dish - Diners Were Instructed To Plate Like This At Home. Part Of A $115 Tasting Menu

    This Is A Take Out Dish - Diners Were Instructed To Plate Like This At Home. Part Of A $115 Tasting Menu

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    #11

    Please Take A Charcuterie And Have A Seat

    Please Take A Charcuterie And Have A Seat

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    #12

    Yes, I Would Like Your "Mini Corn Dogs On A Ceramic Decorative Pillow" Please

    Yes, I Would Like Your "Mini Corn Dogs On A Ceramic Decorative Pillow" Please

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    #13

    Venison Cubes On A Deer Antler (Was Actually Incredible)

    Venison Cubes On A Deer Antler (Was Actually Incredible)

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    #15

    This? Oh, It's Just An Orthodontic Mould Of The Restaurant-Owner's Mouth From Barcelona

    This? Oh, It's Just An Orthodontic Mould Of The Restaurant-Owner's Mouth From Barcelona

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    #17

    Repeat After Me, Hub Caps Are Not Plates

    Repeat After Me, Hub Caps Are Not Plates

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    #19

    My Cocktail Was Caged Because What If It Flies Away

    My Cocktail Was Caged Because What If It Flies Away

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    Eva the Egg
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah yes, my cocktail flies away pretty often too. I should get a cage like that 9_9

    elfin
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My cocktails are well behaved until I get to about the eighth or ninth. Sometimes those fly away.

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    Dagnirath
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's one way to keep people from stealing glasses, I guess.

    DogMom
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’ll prevent the theft of their precious mason jars for sure

    C Hypercube
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly what I was thinking. They probably serve flying cocktails in cages in a bar in Harry Potter's universe. "Cocktaillum Leviosa!"

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    Ally R
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kinda cool in a quirky way and drunk me would want to steal it

    Gwen Parker
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like there is a door, it's just chained up and locked. You can see the chain on the cage in the pic. So ridiculous though.

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    Michał Osiecki
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    good idea it would make me eat whole in 2 minutes instead of regular 30seconds

    AspieGirl88
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That lowkey looks like a jar of lemon curd. Did it break the law for “selling lemons”? 💀😂

    Edie Hart
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And padlocked so you can't steal the fancy-schmancy glass.

    HammerzToe
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What?! They're afraid somebody will steal the good crystal or what!

    Dana McCall
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fyi - if I can't get to my cocktail somebody's gonna die 🤬

    Sawdust
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I assume the cocktail had a punny name that would explain the cage?

    Michael Sanders
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Impractical but at least you can still drink it unlike the stupid tub. This is unnecessary but far from the most offensive thing on this thread.

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    #20

    Nachos On A Rusty Bin Lid

    Nachos On A Rusty Bin Lid

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    N G
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They're trying to mimic a specific BBQ place that serves their sharing meals on a bin lid. But those are clean, and from what I can tell, specifically tweaked - no handle so it sits flat on the table properly like the oversized plate they are being used for.

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    #22

    Found On Yelp & Now I Don’t Want To Stay At This Hotel Anymore

    Found On Yelp & Now I Don’t Want To Stay At This Hotel Anymore

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    #26

    My Cocktail Came In A Box

    My Cocktail Came In A Box

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    Ruth Peacock
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is the traditional way to drink Sake. Maybe they're going for a fusion thing. It is a silly thing to do for many drinks, but if woodiness is part of the flavour, it's a great option.

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    #27

    Syphon Tower Of Onion Rings

    Syphon Tower Of Onion Rings

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    #29

    Charcoal Waffle Eggs Benedict On A Shovel In Barcelona

    Charcoal Waffle Eggs Benedict On A Shovel In Barcelona

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    Coleonema
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And when your done, you can take the shovel and whack whoever thought this was a good idea

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    #30

    This Is Not How I Want My Biriyani To Be Served!

    This Is Not How I Want My Biriyani To Be Served!

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    #32

    “Siri, It’s International Gin And Tonic Day. Show Me The Worst Ways Gin And Tonic Has Ever Been Served.”

    “Siri, It’s International Gin And Tonic Day. Show Me The Worst Ways Gin And Tonic Has Ever Been Served.”

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    JennyLaRue
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh I've been here and I was so confused as to why anyone thought putting a glass in a shoe would enhance the experience.

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    #33

    From A Restaurant In Munich, Germany

    From A Restaurant In Munich, Germany

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    #34

    Blood Pancakes In A Mask...

    Blood Pancakes In A Mask...

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    SunofSpringtime
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because this world needs more trash? It infuriates me that they're throwing away perfectly good masks.

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    #35

    “Chef, I’ve Defrosted The Freezer And Put Out The Recycling.”“That’s It!”“Chef?”“I’ve Had An Idea For The Red Bull Sorbet.”

    “Chef, I’ve Defrosted The Freezer And Put Out The Recycling.”“That’s It!”“Chef?”“I’ve Had An Idea For The Red Bull Sorbet.”

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    #36

    Served In An Ashtray

    Served In An Ashtray

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    #37

    "Would You Like Some Bread While You Wait?""I'm Forty-Eight Years Old."

    "Would You Like Some Bread While You Wait?""I'm Forty-Eight Years Old."

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    N G
    Community Member
    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So? Lego's good for ages up to 99. This is a bit daft, I'd be deconstructing the bread basket and forgetting to eat.

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    #38

    Nothing Says Love Like This Hogs And Kisses Bouquet!

    Nothing Says Love Like This Hogs And Kisses Bouquet!

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    troufaki13
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I prefer food to cut flowers. I also prefer plants and flowers in a pot that will last longer with proper care.

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    #39

    Parsnip, Sprout And Swede Wellington, Served On An Afro Comb. As You Do

    Parsnip, Sprout And Swede Wellington, Served On An Afro Comb. As You Do

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    #40

    “Sausage And Mash, Please.”“Pint?”“Just A Half, I’m Driving.”

    “Sausage And Mash, Please.”“Pint?”“Just A Half, I’m Driving.”

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    Sleazy Weaver
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Despite the weird presentation, those sausages look amazing.

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    #41

    At A 2 Michelin Starred Restaurant

    At A 2 Michelin Starred Restaurant

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    #42

    This Pizza Being Served On A Slice Of Tree

    This Pizza Being Served On A Slice Of Tree

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    Gabby M
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eh, wooden boards were trees once. As long as it's clean, it's kind of cool.

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    #43

    Whats Up With All Of This Food On Your Hand Trend?

    Whats Up With All Of This Food On Your Hand Trend?

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    #44

    My Friend Sent This To Put On Reddit, Located In Indonesia

    My Friend Sent This To Put On Reddit, Located In Indonesia

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    #48

    Jimmy Mac's Campfire Chicken Sandwich On A Hubcap. Complimentary Chefs Hair Under The Chicken

    Jimmy Mac's Campfire Chicken Sandwich On A Hubcap. Complimentary Chefs Hair Under The Chicken

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    #49

    I Didn’t Get A Plate But At Least My Steak Will Be Vaccinated

    I Didn’t Get A Plate But At Least My Steak Will Be Vaccinated

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    #50

    Casual Shovel Dinner

    Casual Shovel Dinner

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    #51

    Found This Gem On Facebook

    Found This Gem On Facebook

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    SunofSpringtime
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is definitely smarter than most of the others. Using glass bottles that otherwise will be thrown out to landfill. Some companies clean and reshaped glass bottles to be used as plates, drinking glass or coaster (one of them is instagram.com/ffrash_designs > they're now closed tho).

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    #52

    Technically There Is A Plate...

    Technically There Is A Plate...

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    Michael Sanders
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    3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Excuse me sir I don’t have a napkin. It’s right there. Here? Yeah there. You mean the napkin with a piece of food already sitting on it? Yes. Heard.

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    #53

    Restaurant In My Area Serving Food In Lunch Boxes

    Restaurant In My Area Serving Food In Lunch Boxes

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    #54

    My Seaweed Salad Is Apparently A Cocktail Now

    My Seaweed Salad Is Apparently A Cocktail Now

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    #55

    Cocktails In The Wild... Manhattan Served On A Rock With A Side Of Dirt And Pine Cone

    Cocktails In The Wild... Manhattan Served On A Rock With A Side Of Dirt And Pine Cone

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    #56

    Three Small Plates Pls

    Three Small Plates Pls

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    #57

    Want A Fishbowl Cocktail But Still Remain Classy? I Present To You, Suitcasebowl

    Want A Fishbowl Cocktail But Still Remain Classy? I Present To You, Suitcasebowl

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    M O'Connell
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The "suitcase" is probably filled with ice to keep it at the proper serving temperature, which is why it's in a steam table pan.

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    #59

    How About A Refreshing Cup Of Caesar?

    How About A Refreshing Cup Of Caesar?

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    #60

    All Day Breakfast Served On A Tile, And Soup In A Mug

    All Day Breakfast Served On A Tile, And Soup In A Mug

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    N G
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Soup in a mug is a thing - Cup-a-soup! Not for restaurants though, it should be limited to students and office workers who are pulling an overnighter

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    #61

    My Smoked Tuna Tataki Came In A Jar

    My Smoked Tuna Tataki Came In A Jar

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    #63

    Steak Which You Cook On A Concrete Brick

    Steak Which You Cook On A Concrete Brick

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    N G
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A concrete brick? I've seen it done on marble and cast iron skillets, but concrete?

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    #64

    I Wouldn’t Even Want To Reach The Fried Rice At That Point

    I Wouldn’t Even Want To Reach The Fried Rice At That Point

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    Wistiti
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t know what this is but it tickles my gag reflex.

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    #65

    Onion Soup In An Onion Bowl

    Onion Soup In An Onion Bowl

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    Sanne H.
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    3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is actually functional and adds to the taste of the soup. Reminds me of this fast food chain in Moldova (Andy’s or something?) where they serve soup - any soup - in a hollowed bread.

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