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Have you noticed these weird charges being added to your restaurant bills, or online food orders? If so, you’re not alone. A growing number of local restaurants have started adding an extra service charge (often 3% or more) to all food bills – both for in-restaurant and online orders. Some businesses claim the charges are […]
