“I just figure 15-20% of the total bill, but I’ll take a little off the tip if I’ve ordered an expensive bottle. Opening and pouring a bottle takes the same labor regardless of wine price, so why tip so much more on an expensive bottle? “
“If the quality of the service is less than exceptional or the wine is moderately priced, I don’t tip on wine at all.”
“This is a US answer to a US problem: in Europe tipping is entirely optional as waiters earn salaries and service is included in price.”
“I follow a traditional path – 15% on food, 10% on alcohol. “