Spilled Drink

Spilled Drinks in US Restaurants:

What they are:

Spilled drinks, also known as "booze spills" or "wet floors," are cocktails accidentally spilled by servers or patrons in restaurants and bars. They're a surprisingly common occurrence, estimated to cost the U.S. hospitality industry around $1 billion per year.

How they work:

Restaurants typically have insurance coverage to handle the financial consequences of such spills. The cost is usually passed on to the patron through an automatic charge on the bill. These charges are usually around $1-2 per drink, though can vary depending on the type of drink and the restaurant's policy.

Why they're a thing:

Restaurant policies:

* Providing replacements to patrons.

* Cleaning up the mess promptly.

* Applying the automatic charge.

What patrons can do:

Additional notes: