Outrage over restaurants' controversial service charges for parties of 1 or more

A Vietnamese restaurant in California is facing backlash after a customer was charged an 18% gratuity fee for dining alone, as per the restaurant's policy for "parties of one or larger." The incident gained attention when a photo of the receipt was posted on Reddit, sparking outrage among users. Many expressed their refusal to pay such an excessive fee, while others vowed to boycott the restaurant altogether. This controversy comes as inflation continues to rise, adding to the financial burden faced by consumers.