Restaurants in southern Missouri institute surcharges

Could it happen here?

In West Plains, at least three restaurants are adding a five percent COVID-19 surcharge.

Owners at the eateries say prices,  especially on steak and shrimp, have gone up with prices fluctuating frequently.

They say it’s easier to add a fee than to change prices on menus.

So far, there have been no reports of similar surcharges in local Four State area restaurants.