difficult to know when a tip is genuinely expected and when it is simply an optional gesture.
WHY OTHERS BELIEVE YOU SHOULD STILL TIP
1. Staff still prepare your food
Even for takeout orders, kitchen staff are responsible for cooking, assembling, and carefully packaging the meal.
2. There is still work behind the scenes
Employees often coordinate orders, check that they are accurate, package the food properly, and make sure everything is ready on time.
3. Restaurant workers may rely on tips
In some places, restaurant employees rely significantly on
