Did you know that you have to pay an additional 6% VAT when you go to a restaurant? Recently, a man who was charged for a meal at a restaurant found out that he had been charged, which sparked widespread discussion. Is this a reasonable charge or is there something else going on? Let's find out.
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It happened on June 26, an old brother was eating at a restaurant, but when he checked out, he found that there was an extra 6% VAT on the bill. This old brother was stunned on the spot, not to mention the customer's little brother, when the editor saw this video, the editor felt even more inexplicable. So I immediately called the waiter to ask for an understanding. The waiter explained that this VAT was charged by the restaurant and was not included in the price of the dish. Now the old brother was even more confused, and directly took a video and uploaded it to the Internet.
As soon as the video was uploaded, netizens fried the pot and said, "You have to pay taxes for a meal, it's really a long time to see!" "Everybody is debating whether the 6% tax is right or not. Some netizens said that this was the restaurant cheating money, while others thought it might be a legal requirement. In short, this matter has caused a lot of turmoil on the Internet, and everyone is waiting for an explanation.
What exactly is VAT? To put it simply, it is a consumption tax, a tax to be paid when buying something or a service. In the restaurant industry, this tax is no exception. Generally speaking, restaurants can choose to include the tax in the price of the dish, or collect it separately, as in this case. The former is called in-price tax, and the latter is called extra-price tax.
The tax included in the price is borne by the restaurant itself, and the tax is included in the price of the dish, and the customer cannot see it; The tax outside the price is paid by the customer out of his own pocket and will be listed separately on the bill. This time, the restaurant chose the off-price tax, and the customer saw the 6% tax and felt cheated, but in fact, it was legal. According to the tax office, restaurants can choose one of these two ways.
So, although it looks like the restaurant is "doing something", people do have a legal basis. It's just that many people are not used to seeing this kind of charging method, which is why it has caused such a big controversy.
When many consumers see the extra 6% VAT on the bill, their first reaction is "Isn't this a cheat?" In fact, everyone's doubts mainly focus on two aspects: one is why this tax should be collected separately, and the other is whose pocket the money goes into.
The incident of the restaurant charging 6% VAT has caused quite a stir on the Internet, and everyone is discussing whether the charge is reasonable. Many netizens said that they had never seen this kind of operation when eating, and it was very uncomfortable to suddenly come out. Some people are worried that this will become a new "unspoken rule", and they will have to pay more for meals in the future.
User Comments:
Netizen comments: It is normal to collect VAT, but this restaurant has put this part of the tax on the bright side, fair and transparent, I think this restaurant is very good!
But some netizens said: Paying taxes is the seller's business, and there is no value-added tax in the beverage industry!
The focus of public opinion is mainly on two aspects: one is whether the restaurant's charging method is transparent, and the other is whether the rights and interests of consumers are protected. Many people feel that since restaurants are allowed by law to charge VAT, consumers should be informed in advance so that everyone can be mentally prepared, rather than waiting until checkout to find out that there is an extra fee.
Personal Summary:
This incident not only reveals some gray areas in the catering industry in terms of tax collection, but also reflects the strong demand of consumers for transparent fees. It is hoped that through this incident, the relevant departments can be prompted to further standardize the industry charging standards, improve transparency, and protect the legitimate rights and interests of consumers.
Restaurants should clearly indicate whether taxes are included in the menu so that everyone knows whether they are included. Tax authorities also need to strengthen supervision to ensure that taxes and fees are paid in accordance with the law to avoid tax evasion.
As consumers, we want to enjoy food while also enjoying a clear consumer experience. It is hoped that this incident will attract more people's attention and promote the progress of the industry.
Have you ever been in a similar situation? Feel free to share your experiences and opinions in the comment section!