A woman sparked reactions online after sharing how she and her friend faked a birthday celebration to score a complimentary cake at a restaurant.

The duo hatched the scheme after realizing the dessert wasn’t available for regular orders. Their ruse succeeded—staff surprised them with a free cake and an enthusiastic birthday performance.

Her friend even played along, feigning shock when employees arrived with the celebratory treat.

Unfortunately, the prank fell short—the cake lacked flavor, and the staff’s off-key rendition of “Happy Birthday” dampened the moment.

While the video went viral for its humor, many viewers condemned the stunt, warning it could ruin birthday perks for actual celebrants.

Social media reactions:

@scilla Y’all will make them cancel these freebies—and that’s where I planned my birthday!

@tifesbeautyessentials15 Bro even brought a mic 😂

@Mss.jade💎 [ステッカー] Omw to gather my squad for a group birthday scam

@Favoured All this for a slice of cake?

Watch the hilarious moment: