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I liked the article in general, but this got me:

I usually eat at the same few restaurants all the time. They’re maybe 10% more expensive, usually locally owned, and the food doesn’t come out of a frozen pre-made bag before being tossed in the oven. I never tip less than 20%, and I’m not an asshole….at restaurants.

I don't understand this thought process. Why not pay 100% tip then? Is the 20% number somehow magical and affords the ability to be elitist? So if I tip 15%, which is the average suggested tip in Western Canada, I'm somehow an asshole???



Tip well enough that your generosity will be noticed by the staff.

There are advantages to tipping at the 90-th percentile (not a 90% tip!), especially if you are a frequent customer. You will be remembered.

Note, "asshole" has nothing to do with it.




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