对“茶位费刺客”，消费者要敢于“挑刺”

Core Viewpoint - The recent incident involving a seafood restaurant in Guangdong highlights the issue of hidden charges in the dining industry, particularly the controversial "tea fee" that has sparked public concern over consumer rights and transparency in pricing [1][2]. Group 1: Consumer Rights and Transparency - The core of the tea fee controversy revolves around the respect for consumer rights, particularly the right to be informed and to choose, which is fundamental to consumer protection laws in China [1][2]. - The restaurant's failure to disclose the tea fee and its application to children, including infants who do not consume any services, represents an abuse of industry practices for profit, infringing on consumers' rights to fair trading [1][2]. Group 2: Regulatory Actions and Challenges - Regulatory bodies have previously issued warnings and guidelines to ensure that restaurants clearly display prices and allow voluntary selection of services, yet many establishments continue to ignore these regulations [2][3]. - The persistence of these issues is attributed to businesses taking advantage of small charges that consumers often overlook, coupled with consumers' reluctance to pursue complaints due to perceived difficulties in the process [2][3]. Group 3: Recommendations for Improvement - There is a call for regulatory authorities to implement stricter enforcement measures, including increased inspections and penalties for non-compliance, to deter businesses from imposing hidden charges [3]. - Consumers are encouraged to actively question charges, retain receipts, and report violations to enhance accountability and ensure that businesses recognize the consequences of non-compliance [2][3].