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June 16th, 2017 at 10:06:19 AM permalink
This is a tangent off of this post.

Suppose two logicians, Jim and Bob, meet for a buffet lunch in a casino. Bob pays for both lunches using a coupon in the mail, which was based on Bob's play in the casino. The idea of the lunch was Bob's, because he had the coupon for two and didn't want to waste it.

Assume that Bob is an AP who was playing 9/6 Jacks or Better on double point days. Points on a regular day are worth 0.25%. Jim is also an AP but doesn't play at that property.

Bob also eats more of the expensive items in the buffet, like peeled shrimp, like Jim is more of rice and beans kind of guy. However, Jim orders three drinks from the waitress and Bob only two.

It finally comes time to leave a tip. How should they split the cost of it?
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June 16th, 2017 at 10:16:13 AM permalink
Quote: Wizard

This is a tangent off of this post.

Suppose two logicians, Jim and Bob, meet for a buffet lunch in a casino. Bob pays for both lunches using a coupon in the mail, which was based on Bob's play in the casino. The idea of the lunch was Bob's, because he had the coupon for two and didn't want to waste it.

Assume that Bob is an AP who was playing 9/6 Jacks or Better on double point days. Points on a regular day are worth 0.25%. Jim is also an AP but doesn't play at that property.

Bob also eats more of the expensive items in the buffet, like peeled shrimp, like Jim is more of rice and beans kind of guy. However, Jim orders three drinks from the waitress and Bob only two.

It finally comes time to leave a tip. How should they split the cost of it?



This has happened to me lots of times

The real world (at least amongst my circle of people) is Jim picks up the entire tip because Bob earned the comped meal and was gracious to share it with Jim
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June 16th, 2017 at 10:17:27 AM permalink
Jim appreciates Bob's generosity, and offers to pick up the tip. Jim will reciprocate when the roles are reversed next time.
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June 16th, 2017 at 10:18:41 AM permalink
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This has happened to me lots of times



Me too. And I've played the roll of both Jim and Bob. I'll let some more responses come in before I state mine, but anyone who has been in this situation with me probably knows my position as I frequently opine about it when it comes time to open wallets.
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June 16th, 2017 at 10:22:01 AM permalink
This has also happened to me a bunch of times. The 'most' logical way would be to use Bob's coupon for a free buffet, then Jim would leave tip. This is usually how we handle it, since Bob put in the work generating the coupon. There have been times when we split it anyways, but I don't think it should be 'assumed' Jim is leaving the tip, especially since Bob invited him. This breaks in to the 'dating' theory that whomever invites the other is responsible to pay (aka why women think men should ask them out =P). Either Jim pays, if he offers, otherwise I don't care about a couple dollars just tip. The number of drinks/etc is erroneous.

My ultimate answer would be to play server trivia and whomever loses pays the extra couple bucks.
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June 16th, 2017 at 10:35:52 AM permalink
Etiquette practically demands that Jim take care of 100% of the tip.
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June 16th, 2017 at 10:36:11 AM permalink
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The number of drinks/etc is erroneous.



Do you mean extraneous?
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June 16th, 2017 at 10:37:17 AM permalink
-number of drinks and wholesale price of the food is immaterial, as they were allowed to eat whatever was offered and order as many as they wanted, so they both maximized their own meal value
-the way in which Bob earned the coupon is immaterial, as it is already a sunk cost. Although the casino essentially paid him for the coupon, even if he was playing the worst keno game possible, it should be treated the same as if he has never gambled in a casino and they still mailed him a comp (which does happen)
-Bob got full value from his meal, as he would have eaten there even if Jim declined. We don't know what value Jim got, as we don't know what his lunch costs and benefits would have been had he not been invited. Obviously the cost he would have spent on lunch could not have exceeded the listed price of the buffet, otherwise he would have already planned on eating there (this assumes the coupon could only be used for two people for one lunch, not one person for two different lunches)
-The total amount of the tip should be based on the full buffet price, how long they stay (if not, less turnover would negatively impact the servers income), and the service provided

my answer:
Jim should pay the full amount of the tip up to what he would have spent on lunch if not invited. If that does not cover an acceptable tip, Bob should pay the rest

possible changes:
-Jim should also pay 20% of the menu price of his meal before Bob's obligation begins
-after Jim has paid his tip obligation, the remainder is split 50/50
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June 16th, 2017 at 10:37:57 AM permalink
In theory the tip should be based on service provided so Jim ought leave 60% of the tip as he was responsible for 60% of service.

In practice I would expect to pay 100% of tip when playing the role of Bob and would offer to pay 100% of tip when playing role of Jim. In either scenario, if the other party offered to chip in any amount I would immediately accept their generous offer.
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June 16th, 2017 at 10:40:59 AM permalink
where is the option of, who the hell tips at a buffet ;-)
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June 16th, 2017 at 10:48:11 AM permalink
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where is the option of, who the hell tips at a buffet ;-)



The closest option to that was 4th from the bottom. In reality, I think most people tip something at buffets, especially if you get drink service, except my father.
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June 16th, 2017 at 10:58:55 AM permalink
Bob invited. He pays the tip. Period. When you invite someone for lunch and don't disclose the terms, you are always paying.

Unless there is a pattern otherwise. This has happened to me many times. Of course, I always offer up a tip nonetheless when someone else is paying my free way no matter what the circumstances are (unless it is a restaurant my friend knows I don't like or can't afford).

But Bob invited, Bob's responsible for disclosing terms before hand and he is on the hook for the entire meal.
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June 16th, 2017 at 11:08:28 AM permalink
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where is the option of, who the hell tips at a buffet ;-)



There's still usually waitstaff that walk around clearing plates and taking care of drink orders.
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June 16th, 2017 at 11:46:20 AM permalink
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Bob invited. He pays the tip. Period. When you invite someone for lunch and don't disclose the terms, you are always paying.

Unless there is a pattern otherwise. This has happened to me many times. Of course, I always offer up a tip nonetheless when someone else is paying my free way no matter what the circumstances are (unless it is a restaurant my friend knows I don't like or can't afford).

But Bob invited, Bob's responsible for disclosing terms before hand and he is on the hook for the entire meal.



it would take a cheap (frugal) person to not offer to pick up the tip. If Bob says no, I got it after pulling it out, maybe different story.
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June 16th, 2017 at 11:53:13 AM permalink
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where is the option of, who the hell tips at a buffet ;-)

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June 16th, 2017 at 12:16:35 PM permalink
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Do you mean extraneous?

Pardon my grammar; you are correct.
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June 16th, 2017 at 12:31:08 PM permalink
Interesting conundrum.
Jim was invited, so is under no obligation to pay anything.
However, failure to at least offer to pay will probably result in no future invitations.
I suppose it comes down to this- was either the food or the company worth a repeat performance. If yes, Jim should pay.
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June 16th, 2017 at 12:32:26 PM permalink
I can see it either way. I think sometimes people with comps use other people inviting guests just so they'll pay the tip for them. It's still a good deal only paying the tip, not spending the money needed for a large comp, but those same people with comps are going to hand away thousands anyways, so why expect someone with lessor means to pay. Why just not be generous completely, because $10 will not be the $10 you need to get it all back. I did vote Jim should pay the tip, but that's usually but not always. I ignored what was eaten and drunk in the example, because it really doesn't matter unless it's a 90/10, 80/20 case.
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June 16th, 2017 at 12:34:21 PM permalink
Well everyone at the table in the opening of reservoir dogs had to contribute to the tip because the host said if he covered dinner every one else covers the tip. Bob covered dinner even if comped so jim covers the tip

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June 16th, 2017 at 12:37:49 PM permalink
real APs agree never to tip anyone ever again so nobody left a tip but Bob is one of those guys who feels guilty so he slips 20% when his friend isn't watching. Oddly enough so does Jim. Dumb bastards!
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June 16th, 2017 at 12:41:07 PM permalink
Lets say what if Bob offers to bring Jim, Bob offers to pay with his $50 comp, Jim orders a $40 steak, which runs the total to $65, will Bob still pay for the dinner that disrupts his zero cash plan?
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June 16th, 2017 at 12:51:01 PM permalink
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Lets say what if Bob offers to bring Jim, Bob offers to pay with his $50 comp, Jim orders a $40 steak, which runs the total to $65, will Bob still pay for the dinner that disrupts his zero cash plan?



If actual cash has to be involved, and I was Bob, I would use the $50 comp to get whatever I wanted, and any money left over I would give to Jim.

So, if my meal was $30 total, Jim would get $20, and he's responsible for anything over that.
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June 16th, 2017 at 1:16:15 PM permalink
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If actual cash has to be involved, and I was Bob, I would use the $50 comp to get whatever I wanted, and any money left over I would give to Jim.

So, if my meal was $30 total, Jim would get $20, and he's responsible for anything over that.



What? Now Bobs free meal costs $20 amd Jim probably gets a freebie
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June 16th, 2017 at 1:22:03 PM permalink
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Me too. And I've played the roll of both Jim and Bob. I'll let some more responses come in before I state mine ...



Maybe Jim and Bob should just roll some drunk gambler in the men's room and take his money. Then, it probably wouldn't matter which one played the role of the generous tipper, right?

Now, suppose a logical wizard and a penniless grammarian went together for lunch... but, of course, numerous erroneous assumptions would probably make the whole thing an extraneous event neither would enjoy.

Wiz, my answer to your original question is this: If Bob offers to treat me to lunch using his coupon, as we are about to finish eating, I will ask, "Bob, can I get the tip?" or say, "Bob, let me get the tip." And, whatever Bob decides is fine with me. If I have the buffet coupon and invite Jim to lunch, I'm planning to pay for the meal (free with my coupon, right?) and the tip. If Jim indicates his interest in leaving the tip, I will thank him and allow it rather than start a discussion about who should tip.
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June 16th, 2017 at 1:55:24 PM permalink
A coin flip might be fairest to determine which policy is used. Heads, Bob pays tip, tails Jim. This way neither knows ahead of time who gets the better deal.
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June 16th, 2017 at 2:10:29 PM permalink
Let me try to catch up. A lot of points to comment on.

Good point that in Reservoir Dogs nobody disputed that the old man shouldn't have to pitch in for the tip since he paid for the rest of the meal. That I totally agree with. Not just because that old man scares me to death. BTW, was he the same actor who played Elaine's father in Seinfeld? Anyway, by that argument, I think Jim should pay the tip, since Bob ultimately paid for the meal via his play. That it is a comp shouldn't matter.

Regarding Bob inviting, okay, that is a fair point. However, it is pretty common that the invitee pays the tip. This isn't a hard as fast rule, but I've seen it happen lots of times. I think it is a nice gesture. Now, if the person doing the inviting has some ulterior motive, like he is using the meal to ask for a loan, and it is primarily for his benefit, then let him pay for everything. So, if the meal was truly neutral in terms of topic and benefit, then I think the invited person should at least offer to pay the tip.

Another point made was what if it was at a fancy restaurant. Suppose a typical meal and drinks a this restaurant costs $150 per person. Also suppose the invited person is low on funds and/or to him the meal wouldn't be worth it to pay the $45-$60 tip. I know lots of people who get no more satisfaction from a $150 meal than a $15 one. Communication before the meal I think is the best remedy, although it can be awkward if the parties don't know each other well. Ultimately, I think the person inviting should pay the tip without hard feelings if the invitee doesn't seem to feel it is fair or affordable for him to pay it.

Yet another side issue is what happens if there is a big group and a comp doesn't cover the check the whole way. I think that if the comp covers at least two people's share, then the one who got the comp should not have to put in more cash and everybody else split up the difference equally. This is just a general rule of thumb and the means of those present and purpose of the meal can also factor into it.
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June 16th, 2017 at 2:35:58 PM permalink
A couple of weeks ago, I had a large group of friends out to dinner at Binions Steakhouse. They were in town for a concert and looking for a nice place for everyone to get together the night before.
I had a 25% off coupon which ended up saving quite a bit of money. It never occurred to me to say this was my share of the bill. I'd have looked down on anyone who made such a suggestion if they were the ones with the coupon.
In a similar vein, Another time a smaller group went to the seafood buffet at Rio and my friends handicap pass got us all in without the hour long wait. When the bill came, his wife actually suggested that that should be their contribution to the cost of the dinner. While I was still trying to figure out how to politely tell her to frig herself, he manned up and made a joke out of her sincere demand.
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June 16th, 2017 at 3:13:29 PM permalink
Quote: Wizard

Let me try to catch up. A lot of points to comment on.

Good point that in Reservoir Dogs nobody disputed that the old man shouldn't have to pitch in for the tip since he paid for the rest of the meal. That I totally agree with. Not just because that old man scares me to death. BTW, was he the same actor who played Elaine's father in Seinfeld? Anyway, by that argument, I think Jim should pay the tip, since Bob ultimately paid for the meal via his play. That it is a comp shouldn't matter.

Regarding Bob inviting, okay, that is a fair point. However, it is pretty common that the invitee pays the tip. This isn't a hard as fast rule, but I've seen it happen lots of times. I think it is a nice gesture. Now, if the person doing the inviting has some ulterior motive, like he is using the meal to ask for a loan, and it is primarily for his benefit, then let him pay for everything. So, if the meal was truly neutral in terms of topic and benefit, then I think the invited person should at least offer to pay the tip.

Another point made was what if it was at a fancy restaurant. Suppose a typical meal and drinks a this restaurant costs $150 per person. Also suppose the invited person is low on funds and/or to him the meal wouldn't be worth it to pay the $45-$60 tip. I know lots of people who get no more satisfaction from a $150 meal than a $15 one. Communication before the meal I think is the best remedy, although it can be awkward if the parties don't know each other well. Ultimately, I think the person inviting should pay the tip without hard feelings if the invitee doesn't seem to feel it is fair or affordable for him to pay it.

Yet another side issue is what happens if there is a big group and a comp doesn't cover the check the whole way. I think that if the comp covers at least two people's share, then the one who got the comp should not have to put in more cash and everybody else split up the difference equally. This is just a general rule of thumb and the means of those present and purpose of the meal can also factor into it.



I was actually in the situation about your expensive dinner. A friend of mine took me out and prior to going he told me that he would cover dinner with his comps if I picked up the tip. I said sure. I ordered a $20 steak and a beer. He ordered surf and turf and a bottle of wine. Our total was $160 and I had to tip $30 which was more than it would have cost me for my steak by myself. Lesson learned on that one.
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June 16th, 2017 at 3:16:57 PM permalink
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A couple of weeks ago, I had a large group of friends out to dinner at Binions Steakhouse. They were in town for a concert and looking for a nice place for everyone to get together the night before.
I had a 25% off coupon which ended up saving quite a bit of money. It never occurred to me to say this was my share of the bill. I'd have looked down on anyone who made such a suggestion if they were the ones with the coupon.



Whether or not a coupon should count should depend on whether it was earned or not. If it was only 25%, then it was probably a free one so he should get thanked for applying it but it doesn't lower his share of the bill.

On the other hand, if it were an earned comp, and it covered 75% of the bill, then I think that should suffice for his contribution.

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In a similar vein, Another time a smaller group went to the seafood buffet at Rio and my friends handicap pass got us all in without the hour long wait. When the bill came, his wife actually suggested that that should be their contribution to the cost of the dinner. While I was still trying to figure out how to politely tell her to frig herself, he manned up and made a joke out of her sincere demand.



I agree with you 100% there.
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June 16th, 2017 at 5:47:11 PM permalink
I don't invite people to dinner unless I'm prepared to pay for all of it, including the tip. Fortunately I generally dine with decent people and if I'm picking up the tab they will tip. When dining with others on comp or them treating I always insist on tipping. Usually everything works out if the people you hang with are decent. If not, then don't hang out again. Pretty simple. I generally like to over contribute beyond my share on split bills if I know there are people in attendance that might have trouble contributing a full share. All in all I'm fine with just about anything as long as the bill doesn't cause a scene.
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June 16th, 2017 at 6:13:33 PM permalink
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I don't invite people to dinner unless I'm prepared to pay for all of it, including the tip. Fortunately I generally dine with decent people and if I'm picking up the tab they will tip. When dining with others on comp or them treating I always insist on tipping. Usually everything works out if the people you hang with are decent. If not, then don't hang out again. Pretty simple. I generally like to over contribute beyond my share on split bills if I know there are people in attendance that might have trouble contributing a full share. All in all I'm fine with just about anything as long as the bill doesn't cause a scene.



While I may not agree with MaxPen about politics much, I can confirm he is a very generous guy. After the Super Bowl a bunch of WoV people, some with a +1, had a nice dinner and Max kindly picked up the check, just out of generosity. It must have been a pretty big one too. Thanks again for that.

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June 16th, 2017 at 6:39:13 PM permalink
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Quote: Wizard

This is a tangent off of this post.

Suppose two logicians, Jim and Bob, meet for a buffet lunch in a casino. Bob pays for both lunches using a coupon in the mail, which was based on Bob's play in the casino. The idea of the lunch was Bob's, because he had the coupon for two and didn't want to waste it.

Assume that Bob is an AP who was playing 9/6 Jacks or Better on double point days. Points on a regular day are worth 0.25%. Jim is also an AP but doesn't play at that property.

Bob also eats more of the expensive items in the buffet, like peeled shrimp, like Jim is more of rice and beans kind of guy. However, Jim orders three drinks from the waitress and Bob only two.

It finally comes time to leave a tip. How should they split the cost of it?



This has happened to me lots of times

The real world (at least amongst my circle of people) is Jim picks up the entire tip because Bob earned the comped meal and was gracious to share it with Jim


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June 16th, 2017 at 8:52:55 PM permalink
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While I may not agree with MaxPen about politics much, I can confirm he is a very generous guy. After the Super Bowl a bunch of WoV people, some with a +1, had a nice dinner and Max kindly picked up the check, just out of generosity. It must have been a pretty big one too. Thanks again for that.

I hope you don't mind me sharing the story.



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June 16th, 2017 at 11:53:50 PM permalink
Quote: Wizard

This is a tangent off of this post.

Suppose two logicians, Jim and Bob, meet for a buffet lunch in a casino. Bob pays for both lunches using a coupon in the mail, which was based on Bob's play in the casino. The idea of the lunch was Bob's, because he had the coupon for two and didn't want to waste it.

Assume that Bob is an AP who was playing 9/6 Jacks or Better on double point days. Points on a regular day are worth 0.25%. Jim is also an AP but doesn't play at that property.

Bob also eats more of the expensive items in the buffet, like peeled shrimp, like Jim is more of rice and beans kind of guy. However, Jim orders three drinks from the waitress and Bob only two.

It finally comes time to leave a tip. How should they split the cost of it?


The one who ordered the most food, ate the least, tried to take all the food he ordered to go, should also tip the least and pay an equal amount of which he ate (but did not eat). All the waitress did was bring out drinks and only took plates away from the table and did not serve food to the diners. Therefore, the tip should only be $2.
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June 17th, 2017 at 5:46:20 AM permalink
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...Therefore, the tip should only be $2.


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June 17th, 2017 at 5:54:34 AM permalink
If I invited someone to a buffet and the person attempted to leave a dollar per person tip, it would be the last time they joined me.
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June 17th, 2017 at 5:59:35 AM permalink
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Finally, someone got the correct answer!


Anyone in town knows that most people don't tip very much at the buffet because of this theory or reasoning that the waitress only brings the drinks and clears the dishes. Tipping isn't mandatory anyway but it is the American way and it certainly is the Vegas Culture. I have places where I refuse to tip one nickle and in all honesty I'm about to boycott all tipping in general. I have mentioned it before that players should take a year and track every dollar they would tip. It adds up to a decent bankroll for players that average 40 hrs or more a week and eat out all of the time. Some problems that you will have to deal with is eventually being known as a stiff and I've seen it cost people in the long run getting targeted for being 86'd. It seems cocktail girls talk to slot people who talk to managers and hosts and this extortion crew works together. So it might be better to think of it as insurance against people fouling in your gaming, food and drinks. I've seen people spit and put hairs in food many times working behind the curtain.
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June 17th, 2017 at 6:08:48 AM permalink
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Anyone in town knows that most people don't tip very much at the buffet because of this theory or reasoning that the waitress only brings the drinks and clears the dishes. Tipping isn't mandatory anyway but it is the American way and it certainly is the Vegas Culture. I have places where I refuse to tip one nickle and in all honesty I'm about to boycott all tipping in general. I have mentioned it before that players should take a year and track every dollar they would tip. It adds up to a decent bankroll for players that average 40 hrs or more a week and eat out all of the time. Some problems that you will have to deal with is eventually being known as a stiff and I've seen it cost people in the long run getting targeted for being 86'd. It seems cocktail girls talk to slot people who talk to managers and hosts and this extortion crew works together. So it might be better to think of it as insurance against people fouling in your gaming, food and drinks. I've seen people spit and put hairs in food many times working behind the curtain.


I have to. They went to jail and the place closed!
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June 17th, 2017 at 6:15:24 AM permalink
Luckily i am an AP. A business where very large tips can be given

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June 17th, 2017 at 6:15:31 AM permalink
Quote: RS

Therefore, the tip should only be $2.

$2 a person or $2 total?
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June 17th, 2017 at 6:19:30 AM permalink
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If I invited someone to a buffet and the person attempted to leave a dollar per person tip, it would be the last time they joined me.

what if he meant $2 per person and not $2 total?
still the last time?
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June 17th, 2017 at 6:19:33 AM permalink
I sit down at a VP machine at a bar. Order a shot of moonshine and an imported beer. Twenty minutes later have a second beer.
Half hour later have a third beer. I tip a dollar per drink. Did I waste $4 or did I save $16?
When free valet is available, it's my decision to spend $3 for the convenience of not spending time looking for a spot in the garage, the increased chance of getting mugged and not having to remember where I parked.
Yes, tipping is -even, but so is renting an apartment when I have a perfectly good car to sleep in.
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June 17th, 2017 at 6:22:36 AM permalink
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IWhen free valet is available, it's my decision to spend $3 for the convenience of not spending time looking for a spot in the garage, the increased chance of getting mugged and not having to remember where I parked.


$3?!?!
I usually just tip $1 but im in md
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June 17th, 2017 at 6:23:57 AM permalink
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I have to. They went to jail and the place closed!



I have no doubt that if you eat out you have eaten or drank something that someone has tainted. Not to mention some of the food I've seen on the floor to plate or served past expiration... or the numerous health code violations. I'm guessing your comment was some sort of a needle which is fine.
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June 17th, 2017 at 6:33:28 AM permalink
Quote: billryan

I sit down at a VP machine at a bar. Order a shot of moonshine and an imported beer. Twenty minutes later have a second beer.
Half hour later have a third beer. I tip a dollar per drink. Did I waste $4 or did I save $16?
When free valet is available, it's my decision to spend $3 for the convenience of not spending time looking for a spot in the garage, the increased chance of getting mugged and not having to remember where I parked.
Yes, tipping is -even, but so is renting an apartment when I have a perfectly good car to sleep in.



Depends... valet is pretty hard on cars so it might cost you more down the road. The difference with the bar scenario is if you pay 16 dollars it goes to the company. The 4 dollars goes to your fellow man working in the trenches and if you tip better and get to know these bartenders in certain places it can get you free food or higher quality drinks. Making a new friend could be an AP play down the road. I like the idea of sleeping in the car. I've always said if you have a car and gym membership you don't need a residence but age beat me down and I'm too soft now. I don't think I could make it sleeping in my car ever again... if things get too bad it seems it's either gonna be a 45 to the temple or jumping off that new bridge for me lol. Hard truths to face but I don't like the other options like wasting away on dialysis or something similar.
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June 17th, 2017 at 6:39:55 AM permalink
Quote: 100xOdds

what if he meant $2 per person and not $2 total?
still the last time?



Less than a $5 tip and the person better have a magnetic personality .
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June 17th, 2017 at 7:43:24 AM permalink
Quote: billryan

Less than a $5 tip and the person better have a magnetic personality .



Ok we all knew the thread wold take this turn, tippin g b threads always do.

$5 a table is what I do for all buffets. I don't care if it is the 4 of us or just myself.

People say, but they clear your plates and bring you drinks. Why should they be entitled to a 20% top on a $60 buffet when that's all they did. Does the waitress at bachaniel do any more work than the one at southpoint?

What about the Mirage buffet, you have to get your own drinks there? Does the waitress deserve any tip? They are basically just a busboy there.
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June 17th, 2017 at 8:52:17 AM permalink
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Quote: RS

...Therefore, the tip should only be $2.



Finally, someone got the correct answer!



I dunno how they tip up North, out West, or in big cities. But, on quite a number of occasions I have asked buffet servers questions about the number of tables in their "section" and the average frequency & amount of tips they receive. Here's what I found:

Buffet servers usually cover between 11 and 13 tables. Unless the buffet is especially busy, about half of their tables have guests at any one time, and diners usually stay for about 30 minutes. About two-thirds of diners tip, and the most frequent tip is $1.00 per adult diner.

So, at (roughly) 8 of 12 tables tipping x 2 diners/table/hour x $1 average tip/diner, the average hourly take is about $16 (plus whatever the hourly pittance the buffet pays it's servers). Maybe not great, but OK by Biloxi standards.

While I usually tip $1 or $2 when I dine at buffets, I tip more when I stop my server to discuss "stuff" mentioned in this post. Because I keep them from other duties for a couple of minutes, I tip a bit more after these conversations. One time, after eating a lunch buffet and having said discussion with my server, I was at a table game. A couple was sitting next to me, and the gal said to her guy, "This is the man I was telling you about," clearly indicating me. When I looked at her, she reminded me she had been my lunch buffet server. Apparently, my interest in her job and/or my tip -- while not extravagant -- had apparently made a sufficient impression that she mentioned it to her partner when her shift finished.

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June 17th, 2017 at 9:04:55 AM permalink
Quote: darkoz

What? Now Bobs free meal costs $20 amd Jim probably gets a freebie



How do you figure?

Bob has a $50 comp.

He gets $30 worth of food for himself. He has $20 left on the comp, so he lets Jim have it.

Jim gets a $40 steak. $20 of that is covered by the comp, so Jim pays $20 cash for the remainder.

Bob has paid $0 for his $30 meal, and Jim has paid $20 for his $40 meal.
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June 17th, 2017 at 9:20:27 AM permalink
Quote: TigerWu

How do you figure?

Bob has a $50 comp.

He gets $30 worth of food for himself. He has $20 left on the comp, so he lets Jim have it.

Jim gets a $40 steak. $20 of that is covered by the comp, so Jim pays $20 cash for the remainder.

Bob has paid $0 for his $30 meal, and Jim has paid $20 for his $40 meal.


But it's Bob's comp.
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