What is the "Tam Coc Restaurant Price Gouging" scam in Ninh Binh?

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Restaurants and food stalls near the Tam Coc boat dock and along Bich Dong road operate dual pricing systems where foreigners are charged 3 to 5 times the price shown on Vietnamese menus or chalked boards. Additional charges also appear on bills for items that appeared to be complimentary, such as tea, cold towels, or side dishes. In some cases the menu shown to tourists has no prices listed, making it impossible to know the total cost until the bill arrives. Before ordering, ask to see the menu with prices or confirm the price of each dish verbally. If a menu has no prices, establish costs upfront. Check your itemized bill before paying and query any charges that were not discussed. Restaurants further from the dock entrance and those used by local Vietnamese diners generally charge fairer prices.

Restaurant Scams in Ninh Binh

Tam Coc Restaurant Price Gouging

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