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And yes, 20% is the new 15%. I start at 20% and go up or down depending on the service.

Actually, they offered us a better price than normal and I was complimented multiple times on how well behaved of a group I had. Even had another customer stop at my table to compliment them. I'm fortunate to have some well behaved "heathens".

You're insufferable.

If it were not for servers, you would'nt be able to take your spouse out to a fancy restaurant to wine & dine her. You'd be in line at McDonalds

It was actually a Chinese place.

They absolutely do.

Maybe he should tip god more, instead of tipping servers less.

if our waiter/waitress is friendly, helpful, refills our drinks w/out asking, or chips/bread (as applicable); our food comes out correct; he/she stops by 1 or 2 times etc.

we'll usually give 30%; and on our way out (or before we leave) ask to see the manager and let them know that he/she is doing a great job.

it's funny to see the waiter/waitresses reaction when we ask to see their manager (if we decide to). They usually come back blushing etc; and you can tell they appreciate it.

god knows I couldn't do it; putting up with assholes like Pastor ****face.

You can stop tipping when waiters get paid a living wage instead of $3 an hour.

No, you can stop tipping whenever you want.

Just like the waiters can work somewhere that pays a steady normal wage.

Disclaimer: I don't support not tipping, but I support one's right to not tip.

Of course that wage will be reflected in the bill. It's a wash so, just tip the people

Then you can serve yourself next time you go to a restaurant. See how that works?

Often times when I go out to eat I think about how that person serving us may be having a bad day, they got yelled at, relationship trouble, etc. yet they still have to put on a smile and be friendly with a bunch of strangers he/she may never see again. I could not do that.

I tip good and even with bad service I don't tip bad, especially if I have reason to believe something may not be the server's fault. The lowest I will usually go is near 10%.

Ok, I wouldn't mind that. Then I can get food and water when I want it instead of waiting or flagging someone down.

Yes, you pay one way or the other. If you refuse to tip a normal amount, you are just screwing over the help financially.