Its not the waiter/waitresses fault that we would select a buffet instead of ordering direct so we leave a gratuity of 15-20% if service is as expected; if they do not remove used dishes from the table (which has happened but too infrequent probably to mention), the amount is decreased. If a server is particularly interested in ensuring we have a pleasant meal, the percent is higher than the range shown. Where feasible we leave gratuity on the table but are aware that some restaurants pool all tips, and dole out according to the managements' wishes. This is irksome, but we don't take it out on the server and have passed paper directly to the waiter/waitress. |