duckyeightyone t1_iujdfxk wrote
Is tipping a thing in Ireland? if it's not, don't go down that path. it can pull the brakes on employers increasing employee pay in the future. if you want to show your appreciation these days, you're better off leaving reviews online or emailing directly.
openetguy OP t1_iujfecd wrote
Not expected but some do, especially tourists or in cities or + groups often have to pay a service charge, and it was inconsistent who got that service charge!
Venerable_Rival t1_iujn2w1 wrote
Service charges have been cropping up here in the UK as well over the years. Typically they can be waived (written in tiny small print), but of course most restaurants default is to include it in the final bill.
And don't get me started on the fucking card reader gratuity option. Way to ruin a nice meal by making the customer look like a dick.
HisAnger t1_iuk2lln wrote
Well how about paying staff a decent wage instead of counting on tips
subjecttomyopinion t1_iujqixy wrote
When I was in Dublin I asked and the barkeep said "if someone went way above and beyond to make your service great, yes. Otherwise no."
As an American I was shocked but overall they seem to treat their people better there than we do in the US
therapyfunk t1_iuk27ls wrote
Bars and restaurants over here actually pay there employees, all be it it’s not a huge amount but tips do supplement the pay as your normally working shitty hours, I think tips should not be compulsory
patangpatang t1_iujpd9n wrote
It's not, but Ireland has more than it's fair share of tourists from countries that do tip, so it ends up happening anyway. Particularly in touristy areas.
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