Originally Posted by
davie355
I adjust tips based on service. Waiting too long indicates bad service. Whether it is the server's fault is none of my concern.
Waiting too long indicates the kitchen is slammed. Bring it up with the manager, but don't punish the server for something out of his or her control.
Originally Posted by
Clint Bint
Whilst in principle I do exactly the same I tend to bit a bit sympathetic towards servers who at least explain when the problem is out of their control and due to shortcomings in the kitchen.
If they throw a couple of free drinks my way to ease the wait then that's a definite plus.
Those rather snboty servers who indicate a long wait for food is all part of the exceptional dining experience we're lucky to be enjoying get a big fat zilch.
In that case, you should go to another restaurant. Again, it's not the server's fault or within the server's control.
The only time I'm prepared to wait any length of time for food is when my wife is too busy cleaning the house to get dinner ready.
I hope you're kidding, but based on your previous comments I suspect you aren't. My sympathies to your wife.