What is the "Overcharged "Tourist Menu" at Waterfront Restaurants" scam in Manaus?

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Restaurants along the Manaus waterfront near the Encontro das Aguas ferry port and along the Praia da Ponta Negra strip offer verbal menu prices to tourists that differ from the printed menu, or present a separate English-language menu with markedly higher prices. Hidden couvert charges — bread, condiments, or live music fees — are added without disclosure. Ask to see the printed Portuguese-language menu and confirm prices in writing before ordering. Ask explicitly whether a couvert charge applies. Check your bill against your order before paying.

Restaurant Scams in Manaus

Overcharged "Tourist Menu" at Waterfront Restaurants

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