If you really want to show your appreciation, 15%-20% would be an acceptable tip

I remember one time that I was running late for a dinner reservation and the restaurant was kind enough to still seat me. The service and food were absolutely wonderful and I didn't want to leave a poor impression by leaving a small tip, so I left an extra 20% on top of the 15%. This goes to show that you should never underestimate the power of your gratuity or pre-tip amount. 

Gratuity can really make or break you as a server as it is basically counted as the difference between salary and tips. Gratuity is generally calculated as 10% of your final bill but if you think that they deserve more then you can give them up to 20% if it fits your budget. Gratuity is about controlling your guest experience and that is why a lot of restaurants have it included in the bill already. 

Gratuity will always be factored into your bill whenever you have a table of five or more people, but if you are just two then gratuity will not automatically be added to your bill. Gratuity can also vary from country to country so make sure that when you travel on vacation, know what the norm is where ever you go before tipping extra. In places like Canada and India gratuity on food is almost unheard of while countries like Japan don't tip at all because they feel as though it's an insult. 

Gratuity varies from state to state too in some parts of America but 15% - 20% would be a good rule of thumb. Gratuity is a great way to reward exceptional service and it is entirely up to you how much or little you want to tip.

Possible follow-up questions from future readers: "What is tipping?" & "Why should I tip in UAE? What's the significance of gratuity in the UAE?"

This article was written for educational purposes only. The information contained within this article is not condoned by any institution of learning, without prior mental consent or legal authority. Gratuity included where applicable. Gratuities are at your discretion! Gratuities are NOT included if not already disclosed! 

Gratuities vary depending on the context! Use wisdom before spending money! Only tip what you can afford! Gratuity is taxable income in the UAE and is illegal to include on an invoice. Gratuities in excess of 10% will incur a fee. Gratuities are bribe-able offenses in some third-world countries (Please don't go there). 

Gratuities depend upon your local tax bracket. Gratuities can be used for bribery purposes in international espionage operations (espionage laws vary per country; consult with your nation's laws before considering any sort of espionage activity). Gratuities may not be appreciated where EITI guidelines remain unmet (EITI guidelines vary per country). Gratuities often result in an increased probability of PTSD symptoms developing within one's lifetime (PTSD symptoms vary per person but may include, but are not limited to: 

depression, loss of appetite, insomnia, and/or nightmares; PTSD symptoms may also result in one believing that gratuities should be included on invoices). Gratuities may lead to the reduction of wages (wages vary greatly depending upon industry and location; wages can also be zero or negative when including gratuities). 

Gratuities often result in an individual receiving far less for their service than what was paid (this ratio varies greatly per person and context). Gratuities could lead to a lifetime of servitude (servitude laws vary per country; consult your nation's laws before considering any sort of servitude arrangement).

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