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Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette Guide to tipping in the United States

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How much should I tip? Take it from a veteran of the service industry: tipping is not as basic as a percentage calculation. I've heard from many people that "restaurant owners should pay employees more so customers don't need to leave a tip too". Others say that they "always leave at least 15%". I've even heard stories from fellow servers of patrons who tell the server when mistakes are being deducted from their tip. To better understand the art of tipping in a bar or restaurant, customers first need to understand a bit about the industry. Many Americans view tipping from a short-sided per...

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