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Why was I charged after my experience?

A guide to how add-ons and post-experience charges work — and what to do if you have questions about a charge.

Updated over 2 weeks ago

If you noticed a charge after your experience, this is most likely related to an add-on that was requested or confirmed after your initial payment was processed.

How add-on charges work

When you book an experience through Epicurate, your initial payment covers the base service. If you or your concierge added anything to the experience after that — such as additional guests, upgraded menu items, extended time, or other enhancements — those items are captured separately and charged after the experience is complete.

This is by design. It allows us to accommodate last-minute requests without interrupting your experience, and ensures providers are fairly compensated for any extras.

Common reasons for a post-experience charge

- Additional guests added after the original booking was confirmed

- Menu upgrades or premium ingredients requested on or before the day of the experience

- Extended service time beyond what was originally booked

- Gratuity, if it was included in your booking

When will I see the charge?

Post-experience charges are typically processed within 1–5 business days after your experience date. You'll receive an email receipt from Epicurate when any charge is applied.

Have a question about a specific charge?

We're happy to walk you through exactly what was charged and why. Just reach out to your concierge team using the chat below — have your booking date and guest name handy and we'll sort it out right away.

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