Sick of 'tip creep'? 5 times it's OK not to tip, according to etiquette experts
What percentage of American adults have a negative view of tipping culture, according to the Bankrate survey?
According to the Bankrate survey, 59% of American adults have a negative view of tipping culture.
What is the federal minimum wage for tipped workers in the U.S. as mentioned in the article?
The federal minimum wage for tipped workers in the U.S. is $2.13 per hour, as mentioned in the article.
How do service charges in cities with minimum wage requirements for tipped workers affect the tipping expectations at restaurants?
In cities with minimum wage requirements for tipped workers, some restaurants may apply a service charge to the bill, which can cause confusion about tipping expectations. If the service charge goes to the servers and other staff, such as bussers, then the customer's job of tipping is done. However, if the service charge goes to the house, the customer may still want to leave a tip for the server who provided the service. Etiquette experts suggest discreetly asking the server where the service charge goes to determine if an additional tip is necessary.