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Daily Record
2 days ago
- Daily Record
Brits hit with 'heart attack' bill after being lured to 'free' sunbeds on Greek island
Tourists have warned others about a beach bar on the stunning Greek island of Mykonos, where holidaymakers have been handed eye-watering bills for drinks and food Holidaymakers have issued a stark warning to fellow travellers about the so-called "free" sunbeds on offer at a beach bar in Mykonos, Greece, which has been accused of hitting customers with hefty bills after enticing them with breathtaking views. Nestled on the idyllic Platys Gialos Beach with its panoramic views of the Mediterranean's azure waters, many tourists at the southern tip of Mykonos have been lured to DK Oyster by the promise of complimentary sunbeds and parasols, provided they cough up €50 for drinks in advance. Yet, those who've felt the sting of this establishment's practices caution that they were not presented with any prices and often coaxed into spending exorbitant amounts. A disgruntled British holidaymaker vented on TripAdvisor: "We were asked if we wanted a 'large or small beer'... Instead they brought out huge glass boots of beer and later charged €35 per drink, regardless of the size or what it was." Jessica, who visited DK Oyster with her family recently, slammed the seaside bar for exploiting their unclear pricing, leaving her flabbergasted by the astronomical bill for their meal. She recounted: "For a whole fish we paid 350 euros and for 3 dishes 1000 euros (£868). The worst experience in Mykonos." DK Oyster boasts of being "a modern day saga of hedonism and indulgence" amidst opulent settings. However, numerous patrons, having been billed €15 for water and sometimes mistreated by staff, have branded it overpriced and "a scam." A Dutch couple visiting a restaurant faced discrimination from the staff over questioning unclear pricing, warning others: "We only received the menu after sitting down. The waiter stood there waiting, pressuring us to order immediately. After we ordered, the waiter started mocking us for being Dutch, saying we're always stingy and shocked by prices. But €35 for a liter of soda is insane by any standard." A passerby, not even a patron of the establishment, recounted receiving "vile racist comments by the owner and staff," as they insulted him with remarks such as calling him "a terrorists and Taliban, simply because of my appearance." Further grievances include patrons being overcharged on their cards for unordered items, undisclosed taxes, and an exorbitant automatic service charge. One customer was shocked to discover a bill of €116 for two beverages had escalated to €300 for an unrequested lunch, including a 25 per cent tip. With an overwhelming number of negative experiences leading to 1370 one-star 'terrible' reviews and questionable high ratings, TripAdvisor has issued a warning to potential visitors: "You may wish to perform additional research for information about this property when making your travel plans." The owner of DK Oyster, Dimitrios Kalamaras, has refuted the claims, stating that customers should discuss prices with the manager before ordering, and that explaining the menu to every customer would be "ridiculous". He also hit out at social media influencers who try to extort free meals and fees from businesses. Kalamaras said: "Unfortunately, all of us who work in the hospitality sector have been approached by notorious 'influencers' who, instead of making their living by advertising products and services to their audience, put pressure on certain businesses for exorbitant fees and free meals." However, a tourist who was misled into ordering a large beer without seeing a menu, disagreed, saying: "This is not a case of high prices at a luxury venue - this is deliberate deception. No menus, no price transparency, unrequested items added to your bill, and aggressive billing tactics." The visitor was left with a hefty €400 bill, including a €35 soft drink, and warned others to avoid the restaurant, saying: "Please avoid DK Oysters. It may look stylish and inviting from the outside, but based on our experience and the many reviews we've now read, it's a tourist trap that ruins what should be a beautiful Mykonos."
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Mykonos tourists horrified by €1,000 bill for three dishes at beach restaurant
A seafood restaurant on the Greek island of Mykonos has once again been skewered by online reviewers, with one diner claiming they were charged €1,000 for just three dishes. Holidaymakers who have eaten at DK Oyster near Platys Gialos Beach in recent months have criticised the eatery for charging extortionate prices for food. One recent reviewer on TripAdvisor warned other patrons that she was charged €350 (£300) for a whole fish, while three dishes in total cost then €1,000 (£868), stating it was the 'worst experience we had in Mykonos'. Another visitor to DK Oyster said the restaurant and beach bar enticed her party in with an offer of 'free' sunbeds and were offered drinks, but without a menu or any mention of prices. At one point, a staff member also brought over an additional, unrequested drink as a 'gift' for someone in the group, yet this later appeared on the bill. 'When we asked for the total, we were presented with a bill just under €400 (£347) for a handful of drinks,' the reviewer wrote. 'We were shocked to discover we were charged for more drinks than we had actually ordered, including the so-called 'free' one. Even soft drinks like Coca-Cola, we were told, were also €35 (£30) each.' When they arrived back at their hotel, the party spoke to the staff and quickly learned that overcharging at DK Oyster is a well-known issue. While charging high prices is not illegal in Greece, EU regulations require that restaurants advertise the total cost of goods before they ask for payment. TripAdvisor now places a safety alert on DK Oyster's page, which says: 'TripAdvisor has been made aware of recent media reports or events concerning this property, which may not be reflected in reviews found on this listing. 'Accordingly, you may wish to perform additional research for information about this property when making your travel plans.' The owner of the restaurant, Dimitrios Kalamaras, said claims on TripAdvisor are false, according to Metro, and added that customers should ask for a manager to discuss the price before they order, stating it would be 'ridiculous' for him to explain the menu to every customer that enters. 'Unfortunately, all of us who work in the hospitality sector have been approached by notorious 'influencers' who, instead of making their living by advertising products and services to their audience, put pressure on certain businesses for exorbitant fees and free meals. 'In DK Oyster, we have advertised in the ways we consider suitable for our restaurant, and we will not succumb to the influencers who have been attracted to the beautiful island of Mykonos,' he said, according to the publication. The tourist reviews have made headlines dating back to 2019, when an American tourist was left shocked after being presented with an €836 (£738) bill for some calamari and beers, branding the establishment a 'rip-off' and warning travellers to 'AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COSTS!' Last year, a reviewer said she was charged £690 for two drinks, calling the place a 'total rip-off'. The Independent has contacted DK Oyster for comment.
Metro
08-07-2025
- Business
- Metro
British tourist slapped with £1,000 bill for three dishes at ‘scam' restaurant
A British tourist has been hit with a £1,000 bill at a beachside restaurant in Mykonos after ordering just three dishes. DK Oyster, which is known for selling food at extortionate prices without fully informing customers, is located on Platis Gialos which caters to those 'seeking special moments of relaxing seclusion'. But diners are left paying thousands of pounds for simple plates of fish, with some branding the restaurant 'an absolute scam'. One traveller, called Jessica L, wrote on TripAdvisor: 'The place is an abuse of price. For a whole fish we paid 350 euros and for three dishes 1000 euros. 'The worst experience in Mykonos, because not even at Scorpions, which is one of the best places, did we pay that amount for a dinner for 5 people with a starter, main course, and dessert. Another customer, called Sue, said: 'A staff member brought over an additional drink – unrequested – as a 'gift' for our group of four. It seemed like a friendly gesture… until it appeared on the bill.' She added she was charged nearly £35 for a soft drink and upwards of £400 for a 'handful' of alcoholic beverages. If you want any condiments as well, be prepared to pay £5 to use the ketchup and £20 for a portion of small fries. But if you complain, the owner tries to shame you into thinking you just aren't rich enough to afford their prices. Dimitrios Kalamaras has defended his prices, bragging that they are simply 'beyond the budget' of some of his visitors. He said the claims to tripAdvisor are false, and states that customers should ask for a manager to discuss the price before they order and that it would be 'ridiculous' for him to explain the menu to every customer that enters. He said: 'Unfortunately, all of us who work in the hospitality sector have been approached by notorious 'influencers' who instead of making their living by advertising products and services to their audience, put pressure on certain businesses for exorbitant fees and free meals. 'In DK Oyster we have advertised in the ways we consider suitable for our restaurant and we will not succumb to the influencers who have been attracted to the beautiful island of Mykonos.' Get in touch with our news team by emailing us at webnews@ For more stories like this, check our news page. MORE: 'Under the radar': The Italian city with £25 flights and ferry links to Greece MORE: I almost died in a Greek wildfire – my husband wasn't so lucky MORE: Is it safe to travel to Crete? Latest tourist advice amid wildfire evacuations
