INCOME TAX2 Oct 2026
Swiggy 'cost for two' misleading? What Delhi consumer court's ₹1 lakh order means for diners | Mint
A Delhi consumer court has ordered Swiggy and a restaurant to pay ₹1 lakh for unfair trade practices. A diner was charged more than the 'cost for two' shown on Swiggy Dineout. If you book tables through such apps, the displayed price may not be final. Always confirm the actual per-person rate with the restaurant before you go.
Key Statutory Highlights
- A three-member Delhi consumer court bench directed Swiggy and Themis Barbeque House to pay ₹1 lakh as compensation for unfair trade practices.
- The complainant said Swiggy Dineout showed the 'cost for two' as ₹1,500, but the restaurant charged ₹1,050 per person for the vegetarian buffet and ₹1,100 for the non-vegetarian buffet.
- The Commission observed that the restaurant put up the advertisement while Swiggy was the platform on which that representation was displayed.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:If you book a table through a dining app, check the restaurant's actual per-person rates before you order, and keep your booking details and bill safely in case you need to raise a complaint.
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