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rockzilla · 05-31-2004, 10:54 AM

Like others, I'll never tip a barista, unless for some reason I've ordered some ridiculous concoction that takes longer to say than it does to drink. But since I only drink coffee, that's not really an issue.
At restaurants, the tip is based on the usual criteria : Friendliness, promptness, getting my order right, checking in on me during the meal, and so on. If I have anything less than a great experience, not only will I not tip, I won't come back and will let everyone I know about it.
I have a different tipping strategy for bars though. On my first round, I'll leave the bartender a very generous tip (more than the cost of the drink). This usually ensures that he/she'll make it a priority to serve me quickly subsequent times. I'll tip normally on every drink thereafter. Although if I have to wait like a chump the next time I'm up, I'll stop tipping. What was the point of me bribing you for quick service if you're gonna ignore me?

05-31-2004, 10:54 AM	#18 (permalink)
rockzilla Junkie Location: The Kitchen	Like others, I'll never tip a barista, unless for some reason I've ordered some ridiculous concoction that takes longer to say than it does to drink. But since I only drink coffee, that's not really an issue. At restaurants, the tip is based on the usual criteria : Friendliness, promptness, getting my order right, checking in on me during the meal, and so on. If I have anything less than a great experience, not only will I not tip, I won't come back and will let everyone I know about it. I have a different tipping strategy for bars though. On my first round, I'll leave the bartender a very generous tip (more than the cost of the drink). This usually ensures that he/she'll make it a priority to serve me quickly subsequent times. I'll tip normally on every drink thereafter. Although if I have to wait like a chump the next time I'm up, I'll stop tipping. What was the point of me bribing you for quick service if you're gonna ignore me? Last edited by rockzilla; 05-31-2004 at 10:56 AM..