In my opinion, the normal is 20 per cent, maybe 25 per cent if you can swing it. I personally feel like with tipping culture, the expectation to tip above and beyond the norm can add unnecessary pressure to diners. I have been in the hospitality business for over a decade and have seen a wide range of people going out to dinner. You can get a family of five that is out to celebrate a special occasion who would rarely go out to eat, to folks who go out often and can spare a little more. I obviously feel strongly about tipping service workers, but to me, the standard 20 per cent is fine. Overall, it's whatever guests feel comfortable with and it is always a blessing.
If people are just coming in and buying groceries, they don't need to tip. But if you get coffee, if you get sandwiches, then it's nice to tip.
Restaurants don't pay enough, a whole other conversation for another day. These jobs aren't easy and I don't think a lot of people who dine out know this. If you can't go all the way, do what you can! Tipping absolutely nothing is very disheartening and feels like a slap to the face.
Please tip with cash if possible.
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