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Originally Posted by retiredguy123

I always pay cash in a restaurant. I won't allow my credit card to be taken into the back room where it can easily be photographed.

If restaurants start charging a fee to use a credit card, I think they will lose money because customers who pay with a credit card typically spend more money. 3.75 percent is too high. The average fee that businesses pay is about 2 percent, depending on their average transaction amount and the type of card used.

If your credit card is indiscriminately used by someone, your credit card company stands behind you and you won't be charged. That is not a reason to not pay using your card.

If a restaurant begins charging a fee to use a card, I think it could be disastrous for them, particularly in a more expensive restaurant. They will quickly lose business.