...A little later that day, I dropped $190, I had $244 and I was trying to pay for dinner at the restaurant for about $230. But two attempts were unsuccessful....
Many restaurants authorize for 20% to 25% more then the check. This will cover tips / additional items added after the 'closing' of the check.
Was a waiter back in the day and you would be amazed how many times there was '1 more drink' or 'lets get that desert to go for the kids' after the check had been printed and the card swiped.
-Dave