What is the "Pelourinho Tourist Restaurant Overcharging" scam in Salvador?

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Restaurants in Pelourinho's main squares target tourists with inflated prices on Bahian dishes like moqueca and acarajé. Some establishments present an initial menu without prices, adding a high service charge to bills. Unlisted couvert (cover) charges for bread and appetizers placed on tables without asking appear regularly on final bills. Ask for a printed menu with prices before sitting. Confirm whether a couvert applies and send back any items placed on the table you did not request. Compare prices to restaurants one block off the main tourist squares where prices are significantly lower.

Restaurant Scams in Salvador

Pelourinho Tourist Restaurant Overcharging

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