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Mikey · 12-11-2019, 11:49 AM

(12-11-2019, 09:27 AM)StroudCrowd1 Wrote: I wanted to know what peoples view on tipping takeout food was. I used to do it all the time, quite generously, but have found these days that they hardly even acknowledge the tip anymore which has kind of made me less motivated to be overly generous.

Curious to hear peoples thoughts.

Fast food joint? no.

Pizza joint? maybe a buck or two, but I always opt for pick up in lieu of delivery because I am not waiting as long as delivery takes, and I don't feel obligated to pay the driver for the service of driving my food to me. I usually pick up the food while running some other errand. Especially if I eat from the same business repeatedly, if they know the customer tips, you're more likely to get better service/preparation.

Some other restaurant? Again, a few bucks over the cost of food. Especially if they are courteous, do well to provide ample proportions of food, and are attentive to any requests we have regarding the food (I don't eat onions, for example).

The tips don't have to be over the top, but even if a few appreciative customers drop a few bucks in the jar, that may pay for that person's meal during their shift. Meaning the little they're making actually goes toward their income, and not just offsetting expense. I've been very fortunate, and have never been in times of desperate want. I am generous with what I have, and am happy to be able to be that way. I also do not criticize friends or others in the group that may not be putting a little extra in the jar when they get their food.

(12-11-2019, 09:55 AM)The Real Marty Wrote: I may or may not tip takeout depending on the service level required, and so forth. I always tip a bartender, usually a dollar, for every single drink.

This is kind of my train of thought. If you frequent the same restaurant, and tip the counter staff well, they are going to make sure that your order is filled timely, and that nothing is neglected (missing sauces, sides, and the like) when they are getting your order ready for pick up.

Same with the barkeep - if you tip well, and it's crowded, they'll come to you first, and maybe that pour will be a little more generous than the others.