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Man Dines At Restaurant—Shock At What He Sees On Receipt: 'Press Charges'

Man Dines At Restaurant—Shock At What He Sees On Receipt: 'Press Charges'

Summary

A man found a $180 tip added to his restaurant bill without his permission, leading to a dispute with the hotel where the restaurant is located. After trying to resolve the issue with the hotel, he threatened legal action, prompting the hotel to refund the charge. This incident has sparked discussions about tipping practices and unauthorized charges.

Key Facts

  • A man discovered an unauthorized $180 tip on his $93.09 bill, totaling $273.09.
  • The incident occurred at a restaurant inside a major hotel.
  • The restaurant's copy of the receipt was reportedly lost.
  • The man contacted the hotel's general manager through LinkedIn to address the issue.
  • After threatening legal action, the charge was refunded.
  • Reddit users discussed the importance of documenting signed receipts.
  • The event highlighted concerns about unauthorized billing and tipping practices.
  • Tipping is generally voluntary and left to the customer's choice.

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