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Restaurant Sparks Debate with New Reservation Policy Charging for Missing or Extra Guests

A restaurant in Georgia implemented a policy of charging diners $20 per person if their party size varied from the reservation, aiming to manage seating efficiently during busy times. This policy, which was detailed on the restaurant's website and reservation platform, sparked controversy when a customer, Taylor, was charged an extra $100 for arriving with fewer people than reserved. The incident, shared on TikTok, led to widespread criticism and debates about the fairness of such fees, with some defending the restaurant's need to manage capacity while others felt the charges were unjust. The restaurant later clarified that the policy was intended to prevent no-shows and last-minute cancellations, and they were reviewing the policy in light of the backlash.

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