Bengaluru Cafes Consider 'Table Charge' for Long Stays: Are You Ready to Pay More?

• Bengaluru restaurateurs are considering imposing a 'table charge' on customers who occupy tables for extended periods with minimal orders.
• The move aims to address prolonged table occupancy by individuals using cafes as unofficial meeting spaces, affecting table turnover.
• The Bruhat Bengaluru Hotel Owner’s Association proposed the levy to manage table turnover during busy hours.
• A fine between Rs 500 and Rs 1,000 could be levied on those refusing to free up tables after finishing meals.
• The proposal has sparked debate, with some supporting owners' concerns about turnover and others arguing against restricting cafe culture.