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Old Jun 4, 2017 | 6:14 pm
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Originally Posted by DeweyCheathem
If they don't take Amex, I use a VISA or MasterCard or a Discover card. Really no big deal at all.

I can't imagine not patronizing a perfectly good establishment that I would otherwise choose to, just because they don't accept 2 of the ~8-10 cards in my wallet. OTOH, if they won't take ANY credit card, and only accept cash, I very well might pass on them unless they were somehow exceptional relative to other choices.
This makes sense with the rider that, if it's a high margin place, then I would expect them to take Amex. If they don't (and let's be realistic, it's a positdecision not to) it shows a disdain for the convenience of their customers and I knock half a star off any review.
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