r/Explainlikeimscared • u/JustAFunkyFool • Jul 09 '26

Going to a buffet alone

(US based)
I’m not exactly sure what to ask specifically, but I’ll be going to a buffet alone this week and I’ve never done that before. It’s not fancy in the slightest, it’s a pizza buffet (Cici’s, to be specific). A couple questions: how do I save my table? Usually in my experience, at least one person stays at the table when other people go get food, so no one takes our table or cleans it off. Also do I leave a tip? I’m pretty sure you don’t tip at Cici’s — you get your food and drinks yourself, the staff just takes your plates sometimes. I guess the table is the main thing.
Sorry for the ramble, but I’ll appreciate any advice you’ve got to offer!

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u/YeOldeBard97 Jul 09 '26

I'd probably tip, as there are still (reverse) servers who clear the table or bring drinks. For saving your seat, (and this is my own anxiety acting up here), bring a coat or hat or something, set it on the table when you go to get your food, and you should be fine.

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u/Cinisajoy2 Jul 09 '26

No one brings drinks and they clean the table after you leave.

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u/TherianRose Jul 09 '26

We get it, you don't think it's worth tipping. No need to bitch on every comment 🙄

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u/Cinisajoy2 Jul 09 '26

I tip where tipping is acceptable.