Restaurants in FIFA World Cup host cities are slapping automatic 20% gratuities on checks, citing concerns that international visitors won't tip American-style. The move is spreading from Kansas City to Atlanta and Philadelphia as operators say they need to protect workers who rely on tips to make a living. Critics warn the mandatory charges risk driving away customers.
If I knew in advance that a restaurant I was going to eat at was doing this, they'd immediately go on my shit list in indelible ink and stay there forever. This whole tipping mentality is getting out of hand. Be nice, work hard for us, do a good job, and we'll reward you with a gratuity - a gift that says thanks you for making my time here more enjoyable.
Stick a service charge on my bill and the next call you'll probably make is to 911 - for one reason or maybe another. Juss' sayin'...
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