Ideas
Hello, I play on PC, the game is free of custom content and mods, and I own all the packs. I encounter this problem with bartenders very often, and in several maps of the game. For example, San Myshuno (every time), Brindleton Bay, and Oasis Springs. I understand that it happens when there are multiple bars on the lot, like one upstairs and one downstairs, but when there's only one bar, I don't understand why I can't order a drink. Or sometimes I can order the drink, the Simoleons are deducted from the household budget, but the bartender resets, and my Sim doesn't get their drink!
could you also send me your save ? Still unable to duplicate this.
Does your bartender walk off or do an idle animation when you can't order and when done you can order again ?