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RESTAURANTS:
Wait service (sit down) :15-20%, pre-tax
Wait service (buffet):10%, pre-tax
Host or Maitre d':No obligation for greeting you and showing you to your table.
$10-$20 for going above and beyond to find you a table on a busy night or on occasion, if you are a regular patron
Take Out: No obligation
10% for extra service (curb delivery) or a large, complicated order
Home Delivery: 10-15% of the bill, $2-5 for pizza delivery depending on the size of the order and difficulty of delivery
Bartender1-2 per drink or 15-20% of the tab
Tipping jars:No obligation
Tip occasionally if your server or barista provides a little something extra or if you are a regular customer.
Restroom Attendant0.50-$3, depending on the level of service
Valet:$2-$5:Tip when the car is returned to you.
TRAVEL:
Skycap2 first bag, $1 per additional bag
Doorman:A smile and a "thanks" when he opens the door
$1-$4 for carrying luggage
$1-$2 for hailing cab (add an extra $1 if it's raining)
$1-$4 beyond the call of duty
Bellhop2 first bag, $1 per additional bag
$2-3 for each additional service, such as room delivery
Housekeeper2-$5 per day, left daily with a note marked "Housekeeping - Thank you"
Concierge:No obligation for answering questions
$5-10 for tickets or restaurant reservations
$15 for hard-to-get tickets or reservations, or 10-20% of the ticket price
Taxi driver:15-20% of the fare, but minimally $1
$2 for the first bag, $1 for the second
SALON/SPA: (if it’s the salon owner, you do not have to tip, but if you get excellent service a tip is still a good way to show you’re pleased).
Hair Salon:15-20%, ask to be split among those who served you
Manicurist:15-20%
Facial, waxing, massage:15-20%
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