When we got our check, it seemed high. I audited it and discovered that service charges had been included. The waiter then explained that a service charge of 17% had been added to the AFTERTAX amount (or 20% of the pretax amount). She then said this was ""standard"". We were not amused, especially since we were only a party of four and hadnt been warned in advance. She then explained that it was Halloween night, that there were a lot of freaks around, that she was the only waiter and that this was a way of protecting herself. Huh? First of all, we didnt look crazy. We were dressed professionally in fact. Second, the fact that she was the only waiter was not our fault. We endured slow service due to the short staffing and then were asked to pay for it through a hefty service charge. Nice Halloween trick!
Pros: Great food, Good location, Nice ambiance
Cons: Slow service, Forced tips
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