The ruling makes clear that hookah, even when served as part of the dining experience, is not covered under restaurant service and must be taxed at higher rates.

Considering the advanced age of the petitioner, it allowed the petitioner to file the appeal before the appellate tribunal and also directed the tribunal to condone the delay.

The court directed the plaintiffs to re-present the plaint within two weeks along with a copy of the High Court’s order, and instructed the trial court to number the suit and proceed in accordance with law if the plaint is otherwise in order.