Went for japanese food, they add 15% gratatude fee onto bill. Anyone have same experience? Is this legal?

Answer 1

It's legal, and is usually done with large groups. Usually 6 or more. It kind of protects the server, in that if they have to wait on a large group, they can't take care of as many tables. On the other hand, I usually tip a min of 20%, and more if the service warrants it.
Most people don't realize that the wait staff is required to pay taxes on a percentage of what you buy, because the government assumes a minimum tip. So if you don't tip the server, in essence the server has to pay to serve you.

Answer 2

It is legal to charge gratuity if the restaurant has this information listed somewhere or if the server tells you in advance. It is usually listed on the menu card or board. Most resturants will charge gratuity for large parties becuase to ensure good service, the wait staff will likely be unable to carry as many tables, therefore reducing their wage considerably.

If you have concerns about charges like these, please make a point of asking your server if they charge gratuity in the future.

That said, no matter what they charge, it does not quarantee good service. If you are being charged a gratuity, and do not feel you are getting adequate service, please ask to speak to the manager or owner, they want to be sure you are going to come back! Having studied Culinary Management, I can tell you that there are any number of things that can go wrong to prevent you from getting good service, and the server should let you know if the kitchen is backed up, or if there is a problem asap.

I always note gratuity so that I know whether to tip a minimum of 15% for adequate service, or to add on to the gratuity charge if the service was excellent. Gratuity charges prevent the wait staff from being 'stiffed' by a large party, but also can limit their income by suggesting that they alone are adequate tips. Always tack on a little more for great service to be fair.

Happy dining in the future....

Answer 3

Yes it is legal to add gratuity for parties 6 of more. I am sure the menu also indicate that there will be a gratuity charge that you didn't pay attention to. 15% is very minimum....I owned a restaurant and actually add gratuity on the tickets for those that usually don't tip when they dine in (this is after a few times they have eaten at the restaurant). I know my wait staff did their part to provide great service. Just some people don't believe in tipping. It sad but true.

Answer 4

I find it funny that people don't believe in tipping. I posted a question about a week ago about tipping and most people who didn't believe in it replied that the employer should include it in the bill if it's so important to their servers. Yet when it is included those same people are outraged! Please do go back and be happy that you get to enjoy the experience of dining out, having some one wait on you and not having to clean up afterwards...oh and yes it's legal.

Answer 5

Legal. and 15% isn't that much by today's standards. I usually tip between 15-20 for ok service.
I've been charged gratuity before but I guess they're just looking out for themselves. Sometimes people just don't tip.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

Where I work a 12% gratuity is added to the bill, but I don;t really see that, they just pay me more (but when you do the math it dones work out)

What the real problem is, is that when people see that they figure they dont have to tip, and when you work your *** off so people have an enjoyable experience it hurts.

Answer 8

Your waiter or waitress gets minimum pay per hour. Not minimum wage! Don't be so cheap! Would you do the same job! These people work for tips, give them the respect they deserve.
15-20% is for good service. If you can't afford the tip, go to Burger King!

Answer 9

This is common in a lot of eat out places. Your best bet is to cook your own food in your own home with some candles and fancy place settings. At least you know what goes into your food and it is about half the price of eating out.

Answer 10

wow, 15% gratuity isnt very much. 20% is the norm these days. and, yes its legal, thankfully because people are cheap and dont want to tip servers appropriately.