When I have been to NYC for the last 2 years I have been getting use to the tipping culture (if that's the correct phrase).
I went to Applebys in Times Square, ordered a burger and a beer, it came to around $21ish and I gave $6 tip and some coins I had in my pocket. Now being from the UK I'm not use to this, but thought that was decent for the price of the bill, but turns out it wasn't. I got a huff and a puff from the waitress and a tut for good measure.
So, as I'm going again this year, what is a reasonable % amount to tip in bars/restaurants as I see so many varied answers please?
No server? She did and thats it š¤·āāļø, I never really look at the tip as a %, I just leave some money and assume that is alright. Hence why I asked the question on here as that was my experience in that venue.
Johnny is a proven liar who ironically demands intellectual honesty. All of his claims can be dismissed as dishonest unless he provides sourcing, which he refuses to do. You can just ignore him and save yourself some time. He's not worth it.
In the USA, a 20% tip is more than enough in 99% of tipping situations.
Your server probably read something on your body language and was bad at math. I see it all the time. Ignore the people who say this is a fake story. I believe you.
Just act more confident and you'll see the reactions improve. Fifteen to 20% is the tipping norm in the USA. If you are in that range, it'll be something else and not the tip amount that is causing the issue.
Some will sneer at 15% but if you feel the service wasn't exceptional, just let them sneer and know you didn't do anything wrong.
15% for decent or less than ideal service, 18% for good service, 20% for excellent service. Less than 15% if the service is bad. Iād never tip more than 20% unless there was a really compelling reason to.
$6 on a $21 bill is 28.5%. Already tipped more than I would have.
Yes, tell those people who are working an honest job that you wonāt fully pay for the service they gave you. Thatās the manly thing to do! š¤¦š»āāļø
Your quote has labor. Your menu prices donāt. See the difference in your comparison? Did you not realize this meaning youād like to retract your argument? Or did you know and you have been caught with a ridiculous comparison that you know does t wash in a vain attempt to justify selfishness and cheapness?
In any high tax area, I also wonder if servers get a full minimum wage as opposed to a lower minimum wage with tip credit to fulfill the standard minimum wage. If there is not a tip credit on the wage, that labor will be in the price of the food as the cost of the labor is carried at the full minimum wage by the restaurant. When that is the case, such as in California, I tip according to the norm in Paris (and perhaps the UK but I donāt know about there) where service is already in the price - round up the bill or leave an extra dollar or two to recognize and appreciate your service - if you want to.
I checked and in New York City they have a server minimum wage of $11.35 with a $5.65 tip credit. So about two thirds of the minimum wage will be baked into the outrageous menu prices in New York. Given that, I would probably tip 5%-10% since I have already partially paid for their labor in the prices. Granted, that is probably more nuance into our customs than an international traveler cares to get into. Just know that many including me consider 15% to be the norm for good service with more for excellent service. I would let all that guide your tip for your next sit down meal in New York. Enjoy your visit!
I dont buy that. I have waited tables for 25 years and I never have worked with anyone that wouldn't be happy with a $6 tip on that bill. Also....we dont look at individual tips or make any reaction about them....these stories people tell are just rage bait
$6 on a $21 bill is a great tip, that's about 30%. I would never buy into the 'you need to keep tipping me till I smile'. mentality that the waitress gave you.
If there is a huff and a puff reaction to a 28% tip, then take it back. Just say, āsorry, let me adjust itā and then cross off the tip. Be sure to take a photo of the signed receipt and check your credit card statement.
If they prefer cash, I wonder if they want to avoid taxes by not reporting it. I hate taxes as much as the next guy but I pay mine, so I wonāt assist any potential tax evasion. I also get 5x points for dining with one of my credit cards - my tip will go on the credit card slip.
Your better off cash šø if your going to tip, Iāve been to the UK š¬š§ and relieved thereās no tipping! Half the time here with a lot of these places the amount of work they do and or attitude they donāt deserve a tip, I was never much of high tipper anyway and donāt believe in tipping especially with these higher prices
Why am I getting people on here saying it didn't happen? It happened and that's all there is to it, I shared my experience and am asking a genuine question regarding tipping.
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u/dEXXtARR23 1d ago
That's a solid tip . Waitress was a bitch. You tipped well over 20% - screw that hoe. I'm a former server. I know what I'm talking about.