Tipping Debate: Is Dining Out a Luxury?
The tipping debate, amplified by social media, centers on whether diners should tip servers adequately. Lillie, a server, ignited controversy on TikTok by asserting, “If you can’t afford to tip, then you don’t deserve to dine out.” She argued that low wages necessitate tipping for servers to make ends meet.
Comparing dining out to hiring a nanny, Lillie questioned its affordability, sparking a heated debate. Some criticized her stance as entitled, suggesting alternative employment for servers. Others supported Lillie, emphasizing tipping’s importance for quality service.
The question lingers: Should diners unable to tip reconsider dining out? Join the discussion and share the article in facebook.