Tipping Question - Part 37 (1 Viewer)

[MarkHastings]

I'll agree with that, but my point is that you have NO reason to be "mad" because they charge you for it.

Why does everyone expect free things in order to constitute repeat business? Why don't we judge a place for the service we get for our money? Sure it's nice to get free stuff, but I don't see why you'd judge a place because you didn't get MORE than your moneys worth.

 

[larry mac]

There are two pizza restaurants. One offers complimentary cokes while you wait for your to-go order. The other does not. Which one gives the best "value"?

I judge a place based on my perceived value for my money.

 

[Malcolm R]

I judge a place based on perceived quality of the food.

 

[Kevin Thompson]

When tipping a cow, never do it from the downhill side.

(Gravity works)

Back on topic:

1) I do not tip for counter pick-ups.

2) I would not expect a complimentary beverage other than water.

 

[larry mac]

The quality of the food is only one of many factors to consider. What about cost? We eat at CiCi's occasionally. Most would probably agree that their pizza is not as good as say Pizza Hut, but it's a lot cheaper and they have a buffet. That makes it a good "value"! BTW, that is the place that offers the complimentary drink (at least ours). What about availablility/convenience/location? How about variety?

I can judge a place based on the highest quality food, but that doesn't necessarily mean I'm always going to go there.

 

[Paul_Sjordal]

Again, huge markups. Same principle applies. Most restaurant owners would much rather not give up 100% (or more) markup unless it's to placate an irate customer.