Corkage

/ˈkɔːrkɪdʒ/

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Pro Tip 1/3

Corkage is a policy some restaurants have, which can vary in cost.

The restaurant's corkage may be listed in their menu or you could ask the staff.

Pro Tip 2/3

The term is usually used in 'BYOB' (bring your own bottle) situations at dining places.

If it's a BYOB place, check their corkage fees before bringing your own wine.

Pro Tip 3/3

Knowing the corkage fee beforehand prevents unexpected costs on your bill.

To avoid surprise charges, we inquired about the corkage in advance.

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