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‘This is the second time I’ve seen someone scammed’: Pennsylvania woman books b…
This woman took her partner to a blindfolded dinner date. Here's why she ended up getting a second dinner and requesting a refund.
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Consumer Warns Against "Blindfolded Dinner" Experience After Hidden Fees and Disappointing Vegan Meal
A recent "blindfolded dinner" event, promoted by the experience booking platform Fever, has drawn criticism from attendees regarding hidden costs and the quality of the food provided. A consumer, who booked the experience for herself and her boyfriend, reported paying $128 for tickets and an additional $32 booking fee. Upon arrival, guests were reportedly charged a further $16 service fee before being seated, bringing the total cost to $176 for a two-person meal. The attendee, who had pre-ordered a vegan menu option, described confusion among staff regarding dietary requirements, leading to a delay in service. The meal itself was characterized as "barely cooked" and "poorly thrown together," with appetizers consisting of a single, undercooked green tomato slice with marinara sauce, and the main course featuring seven penne noodles with a few slivers of mushroom and zucchini. Portions were described as "so small" that the attendee "left hungry" and "ate a second dinner" at home. Further investigation by the consumer revealed that the Fever website, despite an overall rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars based on 41 reviews, only displayed positive 5-star reviews to potential customers. This practice has raised concerns about transparency and potentially misleading consumers about the true quality of the experiences offered. The consumer advised others to be cautious when booking through Fever for this specific event, suggesting that a homemade blindfolded dinner might offer a more satisfying and cost-effective alternative.
