[gtyras2mrs]

> If impersonating is the reason they couldn't have just regulated a requirement to clearly list if the ad is by the owner or a third party, and not throw away the baby

Because so many people will never comprehend that the lisitng is by a third party and go on to give the restaurant a bad review.

Also some foods don't travel well and are made for immediate consumption. Even if the customer recognises that the listing is made by a third party - they are more likely to blame the restaurant for the sub-par food.

Leaving the decision to the restaurant to opt-in is the best move IMO. Rather than have "disrupters" come in - damage the brand reputation and then leave the damage control bit to the restaurant.