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TRAVEL SCAM
Rome, Italy
Tourist Restaurant Trap Scam
Restaurants near major attractions target tourists with poor quality food at high prices.
Medium Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Colosseum, Vatican, Trevi Fountain, city center
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
1. Tourist walks near famous landmark;
2. Staff aggressively invites them inside;
3. Menu is overpriced or unclear;
4. Tourist receives low-quality food for high price.
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
- Staff standing outside calling customers;
- Menu only in English;
- Located right next to major attractions;
- Prices higher than expected
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
- Avoid restaurants with aggressive staff;
- Walk away from tourist hotspots;
- Research places before eating;
- Choose local restaurants instead
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