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Ingredients
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Corkage Fee
Method
Payment Instructions
- 1
Understand the Fee
A corkage fee is a charge that restaurants impose when customers bring their own wine or beverages. This fee is typically assessed per bottle opened at the table.
- 2
Prepare Payment
Ensure that you have the necessary funds available for the corkage fee. In this case, the fee is $20 per bottle. If you plan to bring multiple bottles, calculate the total fee accordingly.
- 3
Inform the Server
Upon arriving at the restaurant with your own bottle, inform your server that you have a bottle to open and that you are aware of the corkage fee.
- 4
Enjoy Your Beverage
Once the server confirms the corkage fee and processes the payment, enjoy your bottle of wine or beverage at your table.
- 5
Pay the Bill
At the end of your meal, ensure that the corkage fee is included in your final bill. Check that the fee reflects the number of bottles you brought.