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Old 06-07-2025, 09:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Fastskiguy View Post
So if I got to my favorite restaurant, they add on a 22.5% tip on top of tax. If I order a glass of water and burger then the server gets screwed. If I order a cocktail, the seafood tower, a bottle of wine, and a steak, then I get screwed. I know it takes a little more time for the server to service a table with drinks and appetizers but still, it's not even close.

How can we do this so it's fair?

Joe
If the restaurant is adding the "tip", it is not a tip. Tips are optional and the amount is determined by the customer.