A Guide to Tipping in New York City06.10.2019 A Guide to Tipping in New York City tripsavvy.com
No one likes to be embarrassed by not giving a generous enough tip, but there are also times when some people aren't sure whether or not a tip is expected for service. A simple thing to remember about tipping when visiting New York City, though, is that you should always tip your service workers. For New Yorkers who work in the service industry, including hotels, restaurants, and drivers, the money they make from tips are an essential part of their earnings. However, you should also take into consideration the level of luxury at an establishment you visit as well as the quality of service delivered when you determine what kind of tip to leave your server. Here are a couple of quick tips about tipping in New York City:
HotelsIt can often feel like everyone needs a tip when you're staying at an upscale hotel, and they, in fact, do rely on your tips to help them maintain their own lives in NYC when they're not serving you.
Restaurants and BarsFor table service at a restaurant, make sure to tip between 15-25% of the total bill, depending on how good the service is. If, however, you're just heading to the bar or eating there, tip $1 to $2 dollars per drink or 15-25% of the total bill if you're putting it on a card. When you're going out to a fancy dinner, on the other hand, expect to tip 20-30% for dinner service and a few dollars for valet parking services. Coat checks and bathroom attendants at fancier establishments typically expect a dollar per item or visit, respectively. ToursLike most other service providers, tour guides depend on tips. Generally, a 15-20% guideline applies, though tipping in these situations should also reflect the size of the tour group, as well as the length of the tour. Additionally, if the tour guide provides you a lot of personalized attention or gives you additional advice or assistance, your tip should reflect it. Small group tours with less than 15 participants should expect to tip $15 to $25 per person; medium groups with between 15 and 30 participants should tip around $10 per person; large groups with 30 or more participants should tip $5 each, and in all cases, the driver should be tipped between $5-10 dollars as well. Taxis and Ride ServicesDriving in New York City takes skill and know-how, and the people who drive you around New York City depend on your tips to pay their bills, which is why they put their expertise to the test each day to get you to your destination.
Spas and SalonsAt many spas and salons, even if they accept credit cards, they expect you to tip in cash, so keep this in mind when heading to your next appointment.
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