Ask Mister Manners: What are these surcharges I keep seeing on my restaurant bill?

Surcharges are sprouting up on restaurant menus faster than chia seeds. What's behind the onslaught fees?

September 08, 2022 | VIEW IN BROWSER September 08, 2022 | VIEW IN BROWSER Ask Mister Manners: What are these surcharges I keep seeing on my restaurant bill? Ask Mister Manners: What are these surcharges I keep seeing on my restaurant bill? Surcharges are sprouting up on restaurant menus faster than chia seeds. What's behind the onslaught fees? READ MORE Kevin Curry makes healthy lemon chicken in 20 minutes READ MORE Kevin Curry makes healthy lemon chicken in 20 minutes READ MORE I tried 7 yellow mustards and one really, well, cut the mustard READ MORE I tried 7 yellow mustards and one really, well, cut the mustard READ MORE Hulu's 'The Patient' is about a serial killer — but also takeout food READ MORE Hulu's 'The Patient' is about a serial killer — but also takeout food READ MORE What to Cook TODAY Infuse jasmine rice with herbal tea for an incredible lemony flavor Make beef and broccoli in a rich, sweet sauce without any sugar Give spaghetti carbonara a vegetable-forward makeover Step up game day with chicken riggies, cheesesteak spring rolls SEND US FEEDBACK FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM MORE TODAY NEWSLETTERS 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION | UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | CONTACT MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION | UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | CONTACT