“I generally pay corkage and when I pay a 200-300% markup on the wine, I add a few $ to the tip, but do not apply the tip as a percentage to the bill.”
“I refuse to purchase wine in restaurants anymore. There is no excuse for the excessive markups. I will do without wine rather than pay their prices. If everyone would do this prices would come down.”
“As an Ex-Waiter and now manager, TIP on service, knowledge, and attention, and of course common sense. 15% on a $1000 bottle is not required.”