30th May 2008
Beware the double-tip
I took a party of my work colleagues here for a leaving do. The food was pretty good, and the service was efficient.
When the bill arrived (for about £450) I noticed that 12.5% service charge had been added. This is fair enough, but on this occasion half the expenditure had been on drinks consumed at the bar before the meal -- you wouldn't normally give a 12.5% tip in a pub!
I was then asked by two different waitresses if I'd like to give a "tip" on top of this.
Of course the "double-tip" scam is still widespread, although you won't find it at the really best restaurants. When you then don't give a "tip" as well as the "service" you're made to feel mean.
So be warned!
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