🧾 A pair of Scottsdale restaurants – Maple & Ash and its sibling Etta – have agreed to pay $20,000 in civil penalties for charging diners an extra fee without properly notifying them.
The Chicago-based restaurants reportedly had been charging diners an extra 3.5% on their bill for “Emp Benefit,” which stood for an “employee benefit” charge.
The Arizona Attorney General’s office said many diners weren’t aware of the fee until receiving their final bill.
“This settlement sends a clear message to restaurants that they must disclose all add-on charges on their menus, so customers can make informed decisions,” Attorney General Kris Mayes said in a statement.
Nominate your favorite teacher for free pizza
🍕 Lou Malnati’s is looking to recognize the Valley’s best teacher with free pizza for a year and a special pizza party delivered to their school. Today through May 13, students K-12, teachers, administrators, and parents can nominate their favorite teacher in 100 words or less here. Eight other teachers will win $50 gift baskets.
Red Robin offers BOGO 50% burger deal in May
🍔 May is Burger Month at national chain Red Robin, which has 13 restaurants in the Valley. Buy any burger this month and you can get a second burger of equal or less value for 50% off. You have to sign up for the chain’s no-fee rewards program here or by downloading its app.
Train-themed Platform 18 expanding to Tucson
🚂 Train-themed Platform 18 cocktail bar in downtown Phoenix is opening a second location across from the Fox Tucson Theatre in Tucson. The award-winning basement bar uses TV screens as windows, making it appear the bar is moving. No opening date yet.
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