I tried a west end establishment that promotes itself as a high end Italian and pizza restaurant. The meal was good, but did not meet my expectations based on the high menu prices (just my subjective opinion). When the bill came it had tax and service charge added to it. I asked the manager to explain the service charge. He said it pays for such as laundering the napkins, and that it was not a tip. (He did not say it pays a stipend to the laundry workers). Needless to say, I was less than satisfied with his explanation, I left a tip for our server, and have not returned to that establishment. What's the big deal? If one doesn't like the policies of an establishment, why not choose to try something else?
Blake, I didn't know my comments entered me into "a heated debate on an internet forum with random people", nor were my general comments directed at any individual. (But this comment is directed to you).