How are different businesses in Europe cleverly offering a free glass of water to customers in their restaurants?

Saturday, Jun 8, 2024

Mediapool

European nations mandate free water service in hospitality, though enforcement varies across countries.

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Leading European countries are taking bold steps to mandate that restaurants, bars, and cafes offer free glasses of water to customers by amending laws and involving municipalities and water operators. In Spain and Greece, free tap water is legally required, although this rule is sometimes bypassed, particularly in tourist areas. In the Czech Republic, free water is only provided after ordering a dish and specifically requesting it, though it is still offered for free when ordering wine or coffee.

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