it is illegal to collect the meal fee legally, and it is illegal to collect the meal fee itself. Meal fee is mainly used for disinfection of tableware, paper towels, rice, etc. However, according to the law, restaurants, as operators, have the legal obligation and responsibility to provide consumers with safe and clean tableware and a safe and comfortable consumption environment.

The principle of clearly marked prices, reasonable fees and transparency should be followed in the legal collection of meal fees. Merchants should clearly mark on the menu or price list and provide invoices or receipts. Exceeding the reasonable range may harm consumers' rights and interests. In case of problems, it is suggested to keep the evidence and complain to the local market supervision department or consumer protection agency.

Meal fee refers to the fee charged by a restaurant or restaurant to customers for providing a dining place. In China, the collection of meal fee is a controversial issue. According to relevant laws and regulations, the collection of meal fees should be legal and compliant, and the price should be clearly marked, and there should be no fraud.

first of all, according to the provisions of the price law of the people's Republic of China, any fees charged by merchants shall be carried out on the basis of clearly marked prices, and no expenses shall be concealed or inflated. Therefore, the meal fee should be clearly marked on the menu or price list so that customers can know and make choices.

secondly, the charge for the table fee should be reasonable. Rationality includes two aspects: first, the charge amount should be consistent with the facilities, environment and service level of the dining place provided; Second, the charging standard should be in line with the reasonable range of market prices. If the charge of the meal fee is beyond the reasonable range, it may be considered as an act that harms the rights and interests of consumers.

finally, the collection of the meal fee should be transparent. Merchants should clearly inform customers of the charging standard and calculation method of the meal fee to avoid misunderstanding or controversy. At the same time, merchants should also provide corresponding invoices or receipts to ensure the legality and compliance of charges.

in a word, the legal collection of meal fees should follow the principles of clearly marked prices, reasonable fees and transparency. If you encounter problems with the cost of meals during the meal, it is recommended that you keep relevant evidence and complain to the local market supervision department or consumer protection agency to protect your rights and interests.

restaurant operators should follow the relevant regulations when collecting the meal fee to ensure legal and compliant operation. First of all, the restaurant should clearly indicate the charging standard and method of the meal fee, and publicize it in a conspicuous position so that consumers can clearly understand it. Secondly, the charge for table fees should be based on reasonable basis, such as table use time, number of seats, etc., to avoid arbitrary price increases or fictitious fees. At the same time, the restaurant should provide a detailed bill, detailing the specific amount and calculation method of the meal fee to ensure the consumer's right to know. In addition, restaurant operators should also abide by relevant laws and regulations, such as the law on the protection of consumers' rights and interests, to ensure that the collection of meal fees does not infringe on the legitimate rights and interests of consumers. To sum up, restaurant operators should follow the provisions on the collection of meal fees to ensure a fair and legal business environment.

I hope the above contents can help you. If you have any other questions, please consult a professional lawyer.

Legal basis:

Article 33 of the Food Safety Law of the People's Republic of China

Food production and operation shall conform to food safety standards and meet the following requirements:

(1) It shall have a place for food raw material handling, food processing, packaging and storage that is suitable for the variety and quantity of food produced and operated, and keep the environment of the place clean and tidy, and keep it in contact with toxic and harmful places and other places.

(2) having production and operation equipment or facilities suitable for the variety and quantity of food produced and operated, and having corresponding equipment or facilities for disinfection, dressing, washing, lighting, ventilation, corrosion prevention, dust prevention, fly prevention, rodent prevention, insect prevention, washing, wastewater treatment and garbage and waste storage;

(3) Having full-time or part-time food safety professionals, food safety managers and rules and regulations to ensure food safety;

(4) It has a reasonable equipment layout and technological process to prevent cross-contamination between food to be processed and directly imported food, raw materials and finished products, and to avoid food contact with toxic and unclean substances;

(5) Tableware, drinking utensils and containers for direct food should be washed and disinfected before use, and cookware and utensils should be washed and kept clean after use;

(6) Containers, tools and equipment for storing, transporting and loading and unloading food shall be safe and harmless, kept clean to prevent food contamination, and meet special requirements such as temperature and humidity required to ensure food safety. Food shall not be stored and transported together with toxic and harmful substances;

(7) Non-toxic and clean packaging materials, tableware, drinking utensils and containers should be used for food for direct entrance;

(8) personnel engaged in food production and marketing should maintain personal hygiene, wash their hands and wear clean work clothes and hats when producing and marketing food; Non-toxic and clean containers, selling tools and equipment should be used when selling unpackaged food for direct import;

(9) Water use shall conform to the hygienic standards for drinking water stipulated by the state;

(11) The detergents and disinfectants used shall be safe and harmless to human body;

(11) other requirements stipulated by laws and regulations.

non-food producers and business operators engaged in food storage, transportation and loading and unloading shall comply with the provisions of item 6 of the preceding paragraph.