Restaurant Customer Reports $6 Charge for Leftover Pasta Box
A customer at STATS Charlotte was reportedly charged $6 for a box to take home leftover pasta after dining at the restaurant.
Charlotte, NC, November 9, 2026 — A recent incident at STATS Charlotte has drawn attention after a customer reported being charged a fee for a container to take home leftover pasta. The amount reportedly charged for the container was $6.
The practice of charging for take-home containers, particularly for leftovers from a meal consumed on-premises, is not a widely advertised policy and can be a point of contention for diners. The specific details surrounding the charge, such as whether it was clearly communicated to the customer at the time of ordering or at the end of the meal, were not provided in the initial report.
Restaurant policies regarding service fees, including those for disposable containers, can vary significantly. Some establishments may incorporate such costs into their overall pricing, while others might implement explicit charges. In this instance, the charge was reportedly for a box to package pasta that was not finished during the dining experience at STATS Charlotte.
The customer’s report of the $6 charge highlights a dining trend that can sometimes surprise patrons. While many restaurants provide take-out containers free of charge, others may have specific policies in place for various reasons, potentially related to operational costs or waste reduction efforts.
Further details regarding STATS Charlotte’s official policy on charging for leftover containers, and whether this practice is standard across all their locations or for specific types of food, were not immediately available. The report of this charge is based on a customer’s account of their experience.
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