2006-07-14 20:16:23 · 25 answers · asked by aceventuradude 1 in Dining Out ➔ United States ➔ Los Angeles
From an experienced ex-pro-waiter:
Leave 5 - 10% on the credit card, they can find it later after you call and read the tiny notes you can write on it! More importantly speak to the General Manager. the next day. Not a 'hostess'. Call the next day, and ask for the GM's name (or assistant) and tell them of your experience. They should be glad to hear from you - because 95% of people say nothing and suffer, never return and mgmt never hears why. If you take this time they may want to show you how much better it could be by giving you a generous 'present'!
2006-07-21 10:42:19 · answer #1 · answered by Freesumpin 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
How crummy? I'd ask to speak with a manager. TIPS are a reward for good service. If service is really bad no tip is justified, but I'd let a manager know so he/ she could deal with the server.
2006-07-15 01:57:35 · answer #2 · answered by Classy Granny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i imagine this actual relies upon on which area of the provider became crummy. Is it the wait team's fault if some thing is incorrect with the foodstuff? No, it is the chef/kitchen's fault. Is it the wait team's fault once you're seated in a foul area? No, it is the host/ess' fault. Is it the wait team's fault if the guy refilling your water by twist of destiny spills it on your head? actual no longer. Is it the wait team's fault in the journey that they are rude or lazy? truly. If my server is well mannered and attentive, then they always get a tip. no matter if the foodstuff and ecosystem are terrible, they have nevertheless finished the interest they're there to do.
2016-12-06 12:29:38 · answer #3 · answered by mollicone 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the service, although I probably would leave a tip but would not be the going rate. If the service was extremely bad you could put a quarter in a glass of water and then put small saucer plate on top of the glass then turn it upside down then place it on the table and leave.
2006-07-15 06:30:53 · answer #4 · answered by shclapitz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When you talk about crummy service, you have to realize that sometimes the servers aren't at fault. They have to rely on the cooks to prepare the food and sometimes the cooks are slow or busy. If the server was rude, I'd leave little or no tip. If my food was not cooked correctly, I wouldn't penalize the server.
2006-07-15 05:45:03 · answer #5 · answered by beepbeepbaby 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes. Regardless of the service, it is common courtesy to leave a tip. Just leave about 5-10% of the bill, and speak to the hostess.
2006-07-14 20:26:03 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Years ago, the acronym T.I.P. meant, To Insure Promptness. These days it's all part & parcel of your dining experience. I agree with one of the answers, partly. If her attitude was very poor, she should get a token of the 20%. The amount should be how bad she was or if it was her fault. IF It wasn't her fault, (chef late, food not ready) she should not be blamed, but the owner/manager of the restaurant should be informed about this action. If she repeatedly comes to your table and asks if you need anything while you wait, and apologizes, I believe she should get the tip. Again, if she had a bad attitude, just leave a lesser amount and speak with the owner/manager. Thanks, Joy
2006-07-16 23:44:15 · answer #7 · answered by Joy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
most of the better restaurants have the gratuity included on the bill so no tip is necessary. if it isn't and the service was bad i wouldn't leave a tip.
when my daughter was a waitress she appealed to my conscience saying servers depend on their tips for survival. my reply to that was if servers need the tips that much they will provide the best service possible to ensure they will receive it. i had to earn the money i pay them so they should have to earn it also.
2006-07-14 20:24:34 · answer #8 · answered by jbslass 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends. Sometimes the service isn't the servers fault, like if the food was late or not satisfactory.
If the server was rude or incompetent, I would leave a tiny tip, and speak to the host.
2006-07-14 20:22:28 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No, I would not leave any tip at a restaurant with bad service.
2006-07-17 12:00:50 · answer #10 · answered by RunSueRun 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋