Originally Posted by
Igor718
Sorry but I disagree about tips based on amount spend. So if I go to even better restaurant and spend $600 for two, I should leave $120 tip?
You see ... I don't go to a good restaurant for pampering. I got for good food. I don't need that extra "fake" smile. Just suggest something good and bring it warm enough.
If you believe that 20% is a must then stick with it and pay more than I do. You'll feel better about yourself and I'll have more money left over. ......... no offense.
As said before the waiter is serving fewer tables with less turnover. Therefore he/she depends on the 15 to 20 percent of the higher cost meals to make a decent wage. Out of the $50 dollars you gave your waiter I would not be surprised if he took home around $30 after taxes and tipping out. If you can afford $400-$600 dinners you can afford to leave an appropriate tip.