"Here's a rewritten version of your restaurant review:
To summarize our experience: there were five of us dining, and while we found the service provided by our Mexican waiter and an older gentleman to be satisfactory, our interaction with the cashier, Asif, was less than pleasant. When it came time to pay the bill, he presented us with an inflated total that included a mandatory $20 gratuity. When I questioned this unexpected charge, he explained it was standard practice. I made it clear that I did not want to leave a tip because of my dissatisfaction with the service, which led him to treat me as if I were confrontational.
I remained respectful throughout the conversation, but his response was rude. I've never been forced to pay a gratuity like this, as tipping should be at the discretion of the customer. Nevertheless, Asif insisted this was a non-negotiable rule. Ultimately, I chose not to pay the tip due to his unpleasant demeanor.
If you decide to visit this restaurant, be wary of the gratuity charges, especially if Asif is working the cash register.
As for the food, we had decent meals here on four previous occasions, but it’s evident they are now cutting corners by serving frozen gravy that is simply reheated on a gas stove. The overall service from the cashier was disappointing.
In conclusion, I strongly advise against spending your money here. There are many other places where you can enjoy quality food and better customer service. Please be cautious of the gratuity charges, particularly for groups of five or more. While most of the staff were friendly, Asif's poor attitude definitely needs to be addressed and improved."
