Diners

Louisiana’s New Seafood Law Boosts Transparency and Local Businesses: Here’s What Diners Need to Know

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Lake Charles, La. — A recently enacted Louisiana law mandates added transparency in the seafood served at restaurants throughout the state, compelling eateries to clearly disclose the origins of their seafood on their menus. The law, known as Louisiana Law Act 148, took effect at the start of the year and comes at a crucial time during the peak of crawfish season. Under the new regulations, menus in restaurants that feature imported crawfish or shrimp need to clearly state, “Some items served at this establishment may contain imported crawfish or shrimp.” This initiative responds to … Read more

Downtown Los Angeles Restaurant Sparks Controversy with New ‘Security Charge’ on Diners’ Bills

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Los Angeles, California – A downtown restaurant in Los Angeles has instituted a “security charge” on its customers’ bills, sparking discussion about unexpected surcharges becoming more prevalent. Perch, a popular rooftop bar and restaurant near Pershing Square, includes an extra 4.5% fee on all checks to ensure the safety of its staff and guests, according to a Perch employee named Melody Lin. The restaurant’s website states that the charge remains with the establishment to cover safety and security resources. The attention to this fee was first drawn by a Reddit post from a user named … Read more