Blog: Messy Messy Messy: Upchuck Bucks and Parental Penalties, Restaurants are serving up Extra Fees for Bad Behavior

Restaurant Fees - From Brunch Blunders to Parental Penalties"

On the next episode of Mom Of None, I’m diving into the sizzling world of restaurant fees that have left many diners scratching their heads. From overindulgent brunch-goers facing the dreaded "vomit fee" to parents grappling with a "bad parenting fee," the dining experience is evolving.

Vomit Fees: When Brunch Turns Sour

Ever had one too many mimosas during a delightful brunch, only to find your avocado toast making a hasty return? We've got the story of Kitchen Story in California, a restaurant that decided to teach its overindulgent patrons a lesson. If you're not careful and end up redecorating their public areas, be prepared to see a $50 cleaning fee added to your tab. But is it fair for a restaurant to impose such a fee?

Bad Parenting Fees: Dining Drama and Decorum

Meanwhile, in Georgia, Toccoa Restaurant has an approach to manage disruptive children that's turning heads. They've introduced an "Adult Surcharge for adults who can't parent." But what defines "bad parenting"? Is it noisy kids, messy kids, or just unruly kids? Are restaurants justified in charging such a fee?

Whether you're a brunch enthusiast or a have had to deal with unruly kids, the conversation is bound to intrigue you. Don't miss this upcoming episode, where we serve up a sizzling debate on restaurant accountability. Stay tuned!