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Originally Posted by HejiraNYC
^^^ Or what about going into a public bathroom in a restaurant or club, and you have to go really badly. But there is an attendant standing there with a tip jar stuffed full of 10's and 20's.   For one thing, that is all for show- to guilt people into leaving large tips. Secondly, why should I pay someone to hand me a paper towel when a) I don't want someone to hand it to me and b) it is more sanitary/hygienic to get it myself? Why should I have to pay to use the bathroom when I am already spending money at this establishment? |
Whenever anyone serves you, it is considered proper to tip them. You may, however, refuse the service - many do. I have done it when I have no cash, etc. Also, many of the restroom servers offer gum, mints, candy, cologne, etc. I guess I look at it this way, that poor schmoe is making likely $2.00 an hour and I am dropping $100 or more for dinner. So, I usually give the dollar and don't look back. But, that is justy me. Also, in NYC, I think the concept of restroom server is way more prevelant than in most other places in America. So, I guess you deal with it far more than most.