Really? I've yet to encounter that. Wonder if they're just lazy.
I've found it really depends on the personality of the barista, and how busy the store is at the time. I never ask for a pour over when it's a busy time because although they technically "have to" make it for you, I don't feel that it's nice - and they sometimes can resent it. Those times, I just ask for a blonde, which is usually okay...