Brooklyn, November 26, 2025
Pei Chung, a 34-year-old woman from Brooklyn, has been apprehended multiple times for allegedly leaving high-end eateries without paying. Most recently, she was arrested after skipping on a $149 bill at Mole Bar and Grill. Her attorney has requested a psychological evaluation due to concerns about her well-being, while the restaurant has secured an order of protection against her. This incident is part of a larger pattern where Chung has posed as a food influencer to dine and dash at various upscale establishments.
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Pei Chung, a 34-year-old Brooklyn woman known as the “dine-and-dash diva,” has been arrested multiple times for allegedly leaving high-end restaurants without paying. Her attorney has requested a psychological evaluation, while the manager of the latest targeted eatery has obtained an order of protection against her.
Recent Arrests and Legal Actions
Chung’s most recent arrest occurred on November 21, 2025, at Mole Bar and Grill in Williamsburg, where she allegedly ordered $149 worth of food and refused to pay. During her arraignment, her attorney expressed concerns about her well-being and requested a psychological evaluation. The judge issued an order of protection for the restaurant’s manager and set Chung’s bail at $4,500. She has been held at the Rose M. Singer Center on Rikers Island since then.
Pattern of Alleged Incidents
Since late October, Chung has been accused of dining and dashing at several upscale establishments, including Francie, Lavender Lake, Motorino, and Peter Luger. In these incidents, she allegedly posed as a food influencer, ordered extensive meals, and then left without paying. At Peter Luger, she reportedly offered sexual favors to settle a $146 bill. Despite multiple arrests, she continued to post about these meals on her Instagram account, which has since been deleted.
Background Information
Chung, who flaunted designer brands on social media, often used professional camera equipment to document her dining experiences. Her actions have raised concerns among restaurant owners and staff, leading to increased vigilance and legal actions to prevent further incidents.
Who is Pei Chung?
Pei Chung is a 34-year-old Brooklyn woman known as the “dine-and-dash diva,” who has been arrested multiple times for allegedly leaving high-end restaurants without paying.
What is the latest incident involving Pei Chung?
The latest incident occurred on November 21, 2025, at Mole Bar and Grill in Williamsburg, where Chung allegedly ordered $149 worth of food and refused to pay. She was arrested and held on $4,500 bail.
What legal actions have been taken against Pei Chung?
Chung’s attorney has requested a psychological evaluation, and the manager of the latest targeted eatery has obtained an order of protection against her. She has been held at the Rose M. Singer Center on Rikers Island since her latest arrest.
What establishments have been affected by Pei Chung’s alleged actions?
Chung has been accused of dining and dashing at several upscale establishments, including Francie, Lavender Lake, Motorino, and Peter Luger.
What has been the response from restaurant owners and staff?
Restaurant owners and staff have expressed concerns over Chung’s actions, leading to increased vigilance and legal actions to prevent further incidents.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Suspect | Pei Chung, 34-year-old Brooklyn woman |
| Alias | “Dine-and-dash diva” |
| Latest Incident | November 21, 2025, at Mole Bar and Grill in Williamsburg |
| Alleged Action | Ordered $149 worth of food and refused to pay |
| Legal Outcome | Arrested, held on $4,500 bail, psychological evaluation requested |
| Previous Incidents | Accused of dining and dashing at Francie, Lavender Lake, Motorino, and Peter Luger |
| Social Media Activity | Posted about meals on Instagram, account now deleted |
| Restaurant Response | Increased vigilance, legal actions taken |
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