Question Of The Day, Friday, September 20

Tips are earned. If the person does their job, they get a normal, standard tip. If they go above their job, they get more.
We had a waitress once that was so much fun. This young woman joked around with the other waiters and waitresses, snuck us samples, and made jokes with us. She got a very large tip with a note that said "thanks for the laughs".
We had another waitress, another young girl, once that acted like a zombie and was the rudest person I've come across in a long time. People have bad days, but she was downright bratty. Asking for a refill on coffee is no reason to roll your eyes and slam dishes around. No tip for that one.

We usually tip 20% for food, but about 10%-15% for buffets, depending on the amount of service. Really good service gets a positive chat with the manager. If the service is bad, no tip but a talk with the manager. We've also left a penny for poor service. That way the server know we didn't forget the tip.

We also tip on the amount of the bill without the tax, which is the proper way to calculate it. A to of businesses that "helpfully" calculate the tip for you do so on the total amount.

We tip our hairdresser and food delivery, plus large, heavy deliveries. We don't tip the yard guy but we pay him very well, maybe double what he charges the guy across the street for the same level of service, so it's fair, and we always provide him with a Coke.

We do not tip counter service such as coffee bars, etc. We were at a craft fair last weekend where a fudge vendor had the effrontery to have a large tip jar prominently displayed. I am NOT going to tip someone for selling me their product!

I cut my own hair, so I don't have to worry about tipping for that. I only tip at restaurants with a waitress. I don't tip for carryout, I just can't afford it, the food is already too expensive. We never get delivery.

Yes. I tip. I usually overtip. Especially in restaurants when we eat in which is rare. I know what it's like to work for tips. It's not fun. People blame you for things that are not your fault or are out of your control like something being sold out. It's hard, thankless work. I had a table not tip me once because the hot wings were hot. Yes. Really. They asked me if I thought they were hot. I told them that to me, they were not overly hot so they ordered them. They ate more than half of them then complained to the manager that I told them that the wings weren't hot but they were THEN they took the rest home. Of course, the manager took them off the bill. They asked me MY OPINION. I gave it to them and that's what I told the manager who understood. These "female dogs" got free wings then stiffed me. If anyone is near Aurora, Colorado, try the wings at Fat Boys Bar & Grill. They are so good which is why I was so surprised that they complained. This place sells insane amounts of wings (at least they did then and I doubt that changed). I don't know if they still do now, but they used to make their own ranch dressing that they serve with the wings and it was amazing. Seriously some of the best wings I've ever had. Fatboy's Sports Bar and Grill

Service would have to be REALLY bad for me to not tip. I've been known to tip 50% or more for good service. I did that in a Waffle House one night around 2 AM when DD and I were going up to North Carolina and the waitress was shocked. She thanked us repeatedly. What does that say about what she normally gets? She was super friendly and helpful. I have never regretted leaving a really good tip because it can really have an effect on that server's day/night. It really gives them a boost that will be reflected on how they feel the rest of their shift. So can an undeserved bad tip but in the opposite way. I know. I've had both happen to me. I've often said that people who know what it's like to work for tips always tip the most. It's true. Once you're a member of that club, you're in for life.

I usually don't tip for takeout unless it's from our local IHOP and the reason I do is because the waitstaff put together the takeout orders. Every time I go in, it's the same girl. She's very nice and makes sure the order is correct. She also adds extra napkins and cutlery which I appreciate. The tip depends on the order but it's never less than $5.

When DD's things came back down from NC, I had a moving company bring it. When I took her up, we rented a large van from UHaul. It was awful. Their policy about the van is way different than their policy about their trucks. They go over it with a fine tooth comb for damage before you get it and when you return it. They charge you for ANYTHING they think you did. You have to handle that thing like it was a Faberge egg. How stressful is that when you're moving? Fortunately, we didn't have any issues like that but you should have seen me going over it like a lunatic before I dropped it off. This was after 11 hours of driving. Hiring a mover to bring her things back was not much more expensive than renting the van. When her things came back, it was ONE guy bringing it in. Granted, she didn't have a ton of stuff but he did it all. he got $40.

No, people don't tip in Japan. If you try to tip anyone they get all confused and think they've made a mistake with your change or something.

I sometimes give our delivery man peaches or chocolate after he's carried a very heavy parcel to our house. Poor guy, his truck won't fit down our muddy little lane.

Norachan said:

No, people don't tip in Japan. If you try to tip anyone they get all confused and think they've made a mistake with your change or something.

I sometimes give our delivery man peaches or chocolate after he's carried a very heavy parcel to our house. Poor guy, his truck won't fit down our muddy little lane.

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I've read that business owners in Japan sometimes see a tip as an insult, as if they're not making enough on their own and always wondered if that's true.

1 bruce 1 said:

I've read that business owners in Japan sometimes see a tip as an insult, as if they're not making enough on their own and always wondered if that's true.

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Yes, it could be. If you think someone has done a really good job it's more common to give them a gift than give them money.

Norachan said:

Yes, it could be. If you think someone has done a really good job it's more common to give them a gift than give them money.

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Thanks, I didn't know that. But now I do

I always try to tip well,either at a restaurant or with a food delivery.I know the kids in town that deliver for domino's don't get paid for the gas they burn coming out here,so I always give them a tip.In a restaurant situation,service is as service does,and if it's really good and they seem to give a flip,they'll get a tip they should smile about.Otherwise,just a standard percentage and that's that.

1 bruce 1 said:

Thanks, I didn't know that. But now I do

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If you're ever in Japan.....

Most supermarkets and department stores have a section for these kinds of gifts. Usually food, sets of condiments or things you use around the house (dish washing liquid, laundry powder etc) beautifully boxed and wrapped.