Bad practice
2026-09-11
Source: r/Chicago restaurant surcharge spreadsheet (crowdsourced), reported date unavailable (circa 2023; not re-verified). Surcharge: 20. Notes:
Smyth
West Loop
Bad practice
2 community tips
Tips (2)
Bad practice · 20%
2026-09-11
Source: Tripadvisor diner reviews (2023 and 2026 text, https://www.tripadvisor.ca/Restaurant_Review-g35805-d10826338-Reviews-or15-Smyth-Chicago_Illinois.html): a mandatory 20% (described as a flat $160 'service fee' in a 2026 review) is added to the bill and is NOT the tip; diners report the fee does not go to staff and they tipped in addition. Report date: 2026-09-11 (medium confidence; third-party reviews).
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