Originally Posted by barnburner

Was at a bar last weekend and when I closed tab I was handed a reciept w/ total amount and tip line. Luckily I added tip and signed the customer copy before I realized it seemed high. When I asked for itemized copy, I could tell something was up as it took forever and a day. I saw where there were a few drinks that weren't mine, and 18% gratuity. I was pretty PO'd that I wasn't given that first since I added a tip -not additional tip like they normally say- and that the tip was hidden in the bill. I asked for my copy back so I could remove all tips and dispute the other drinks, I was ignored as the bar was closing...I then noticed that I had not signed their copy at all.
I have been unable to contact management and suspect when I do they will probably act concerned, but be well aware of how this works. I have contacted AMEX and disputed the all the charges except for my drinks not including any tip. Without a signed copy, I assume I will get it back...but will AMEX just credit my account, or actually take the money, and more importantly the tip from the sly ... bartender, back from the bar?