What is the "Paris Van Java Mall Overpriced Food Court Bill" scam in Bandung?

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In and around the Paris Van Java Mall area, some restaurants targeting tourists present menus without prices or with prices that change between ordering and billing. A cover charge for bread, wet wipes, or condiments is added silently. This is most common in restaurants near the mall on Jalan Sukajadi that cater to weekend visitors from Jakarta. Ask for a written itemized bill before paying and verify each line. Check whether service charge and tax are included — legitimate establishments in Indonesia are required to disclose these. Challenge any charge that was not on the menu.

Restaurant Scams in Bandung

Paris Van Java Mall Overpriced Food Court Bill

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