[header] How to protect yourself from common restaurant scams [title] Read the menu carefully. [step] While not a scam in the strict sense, restaurant menus are sometimes designed to mislead customers who aren't paying close enough attention. This is especially prevalent in places with large, complex menus that offer lots of different options.
Make a note of each item's description and price, how it's served and whether any additional costs may apply. [substeps] For example, the price of a cheeseburger may seem fairly standard until you see that french fries have to be ordered separately.