Misleading Practices on Restaurant Rating Platforms

Many restaurants engage in the practice of offering free desserts, drinks, or discounts in exchange for positive reviews on rating platforms. This creates a distortion in the ratings and misleads other consumers. Despite knowing the impact on ratings, many people willingly participate in this campaign. However, some consumers are becoming increasingly dissatisfied with highly-rated restaurants, as they feel these ratings are not genuine. They are now seeking out lower-rated restaurants that may offer better quality and value. This reliance on rating platforms has led to a crisis of trust and confidence in the accuracy of these platforms.