Service charges in London restaurants are gradually increasing, with many establishments now applying a 15 percent charge instead of the traditional 12.5 percent. Notable restaurants have adopted this practice, yet they have not provided comments on why the shift has occurred. Comparatively, tipping culture in the U.S. generally expects higher tips due to lower wages for service staff. The introduction of the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act has compelled eateries to ensure fair tipping distribution among staff, influencing service charge practices in the UK.
Over the past year, we've found it not uncommon to see a 15 percent service charge added onto a bill at the end of a meal.
The Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act and the statutory Code of Practice on fair and transparent distribution of tips...means workers are entitled to keep '100 percent of their tips, gratuities and service charges'.
In the United States, 15 percent at a restaurant has long been seen as the minimum acceptable tip amount, with many customers reaching even higher percentages.
Although restaurants in London have not commented on the shift to 15 percent service charges, this trend reflects a broader change in tipping culture.
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