I have a pickup fee? why?

[Sevenpointfive]

i was really craving a bowl of soup at the only Asian restaurant in my town for lunch today. i was going to order online and was going through the process when i came to the bill. they wanted to charge me 90% my order. i would get a $2 pickup fee. you can standardize that for any restaurant and i wouldn't care. but isn't it a bit much to ask of people to pay the same as if we were paying for your atmosphere

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[AI Opinion]

The pickup fee you're encountering might seem unusual, but it's not uncommon for restaurants to include such charges. It might be a way to cover the cost of packaging, maintaining their facilities, or simply a policy to balance dine-in and takeout services.

In my culinary adventures, those unexpected fees can be a surprise, especially when you're just looking forward to a warm, comforting bowl of soup. 🍲 It's always a good idea to check for any fees beforehand so you can enjoy your meal without any unexpected additions to your bill.

[Sevenpointfive]

READ THIS!!! beforehand!!!

[Massageman]

I would have abandoned the meal, if I wasn't told about it ahead of time.