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Originally Posted by DeanFL
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...this is one of my (many) pet peeves.
1. Stating the price of 'specials' should really be standard practice.
2. I always felt that it sounded "cheap" to ask the price of a Special.
2a "Market Price" is one thing, but a standard 'special' is another.
2b. One can feel 'cheap' asking, especially in a Group lunch/dinner.
3. But I'd rather be looked upon as "cheap" than feel 'gouged', as the OP.
re #2, perhaps it's a psycholgical matter employed for profit $$$.
Buyer beware, and don't be shy.
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Have always heard restaurants who do not have their servers quote the price of the specials do it for a reason. 1) It is usually a more expensive price than run of tbe menu and 2) They know people feel awkward to ask about pricing because it makes them look cheap.
So never hesitate to ask. You are the one paying the bill. If they don't quote the price, I usually refer to Rule 1 and don't order it on principal. But if it sounds amazing, I do ask and decide if it seems worth it.