Restaurant Scams in Kolkata, India
Inflated bills, hidden charges, tourist menus, and food service tricks. Below are the restaurant scams scams reported in Kolkata — how they work and how to avoid them.
For broader context, compare this scam type with nearby destinations like New Delhi, Jaipur, and Mumbai.
Last updated: April 2, 2026
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Restaurant Scams Scams
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How it works
Touts and friendly strangers near Park Street and the New Market area steer tourists toward restaurants that present two menus — a regular menu in Bengali and an inflated "tourist menu" in English. Bills sometimes include mysterious service charges, cover charges, and items never ordered. Complaints are met with aggressive staff and threats to call security.
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