O.T FAO Scum

[Brin]

There was a debate recently on the TV as a retaurant had started to add a tip charge before you had been served.

People were asked if they would tip first before being served. Ironically it was a close thing as some thought if they tipped first they may get a better service? Another person said they tip anyway so why not give it first. This is a kin to blackmail and bad practice by that particular restaurant. Certainly wouldn't get my business.

[Brin]

sounds spot on mate

I'll give it a go

I was once stopped when leaving a restaurant in Manhattan by the waitress who complained to me that I hadn't tipped enough.

I once didn't tip anything and let the server know that polite manners, (too busy on her mobile) and good service, (ignored us more than once when trying to get her attention) doesn't cost anything, I think she got the message.