Is it better?

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Originally Posted by meridiantoo

Give an honest opinion

Is it better to leave a menial tip for a waitress/waiter or not tip at all?

I don’t dine out unless I can afford to tip and I only tip average for average service, excellent for excellent service. If the service is poor I speak with the server and give them a chance to improve, correct it because that is how they learn. If after speaking with them the service still continues to be poor then I don’t leave just a few pennies, it’s definitely better to leave nothing and speak with management if service has really been all that appallingly bad.

Is it better, in general, to bide your time or hurry things along?