Waffle House's Hidden Charge: What Every Customer Needs To Know

Waffle House is a staple in America. Folks know you can roll up to the black and yellow sign any hour of any day or night for good-off-the-grill breakfast staples, brought to your table quickly. However, many may not know about a sneaky charge Waffle House is adding to to-go orders. This policy has actually been in place for a while but has gone unnoticed until now.

A Facebook user named Herbie Davis brought attention to Waffle House's gratuity policy for diners, which has left many fans of the chain feeling bewildered. For every to-go order, Waffle House adds a 20 percent fee. This fee consists of 10 percent going to the server who packed the order and 10 percent labeled as a "to-go fee," as indicated by a sign at Davis' local Waffle House.

Davis highlights that customers are being charged a fee that includes tipping a server, even when they aren't sitting at a table. His frustration is echoed by others, prompting discussions about whether this practice is fair. One commenter even pointed out that it seems like a way to avoid paying employees a livable wage, leading some patrons to consider boycotting Waffle House until the company is more transparent about this added fee.

It's a reminder that when dining out, whether it’s at a table or through takeout, understanding the costs associated with your meal is essential. As more customers become aware of these charges, the conversations around fair wages and tipping practices will likely continue to grow. So, the next time you find yourself at Waffle House, keep this information in mind before placing your order!