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Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. One type of extra fee that’s becoming common in the hospitality world is a “service charge.” igor kisselev, www.close-up.biz via ...

California lawmakers have given restaurants a last-minute exemption from a statewide law that takes effect July 1 and bans hidden or “junk” fees on goods and services, including hotel rooms, car ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. A slate of one-star reviews, some from people who admitted they had never even dined at the restaurant, said it all: Customers ...

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Restaurant service fees are now commonplace. As of 2023, the National Restaurant Association estimates that 15 percent of restaurants are using some form of additional charges. Frequently used to ...

A Florida restaurant has elicited criticism after announcing its new service charge policy that would affect customers coming to dine with them but wouldn't be beneficial to their employees. Photos of ...

As more restaurants experiment with eliminating tips, the idea of a no-tip dining model is gaining traction — but not without resistance from some industry professionals who fear it could drag down ...