My father always says that imagine having the waiter/waitress sit down with you and drink 20% of your wine and eat 20% of your food. It's powerful imagery but I strongly disagree.
The fact is when you enter an establishment in Canada/USA, tipping is the norm and the low minimum is 15% with 18% being the standard for good service. You know this going in. That's my opinion. Service can take on many meaning's and it can vary greatly, but it's still not included. Just like valet service, parking fee's or taking a taxi ride. That simple. You are paying for the product the service is separate. I enjoy good service it can make the meal.
I do sometimes have a dilemma when I pick up food for take out and the tip button appears. I usually go 10% on these transactions.
Awkward tip % is at barista shops on the machine, hair salons when you are just buying a product.
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