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Upper Austrian Tavern Raises Prices Twice Each Night, Citing Overtime Costs

The owner says the surcharges cover legally required overtime and night work pay.

Overview

  • Prices increase once after kitchen closing at 22:00 and again after midnight under a publicly announced two‑step policy.
  • The tavern’s website lists roughly 35–50 percent add‑ons, while menu fine print states a “100% overtime surcharge.”
  • Owner Karl Zuser describes the measure as transparent and cost‑covering rather than profit‑driven, citing staff overtime and rest rules.
  • He acknowledges a strong social‑media backlash and says he will maintain the system despite criticism.
  • Guests who want to avoid the higher charges can use a self‑service refrigerator at standard prices after hours, reflecting broader cost‑pressure adaptations in hospitality.