Saint-Tropez mayor cracks down on restaurants accused of “extortion”

The news came to light because of the newspaper’s insiders nice matin I mentioned that some restaurants in Saint-Tropez check their guests’ names beforehand. For example, owners might look up names in their database and try to block a visit from someone who hasn’t had a big bill in the past — or who only gave a small tip.

“These allegations are so appalling that they are unfortunately true,” said Mayor Sylvie Serre. She added that “the entire city council opposes such vile practices” that “damage the image of the city.”

5000 euros per table

Staff and guests are allowed to enter nice matin Know that it is becoming more and more popular to say there is room, but only at a price. They say: of course we have a table for 5,000 euros. said a guest. The last mentioned a minimum spending of 1,500 euros per person.

In response to the news, Mayor Seery said she wanted to schedule a meeting with the restaurant owners at the end of the season to “remind them of their responsibilities.” She also says that she has already taken steps in this direction, because she believes that misconduct is very common.

Restaurants accused of “organized racketeering and racketeering” or “illegally aggregating databases without permission” could be stripped of their license.

In collaboration with the Esprit Village Retailers Association, 1,000 stickers have now been distributed reminding visitors and residents to contact the town hall and government department if there is any question about consumer fraud.