Waitstaff: At sit-down restaurants, the typical tipping amount for waiters and waitresses ranges from 15% to 20% of your pre-tax bill, inclined toward the higher end for excellent service. A useful tipping guide suggests 15% for average service and 20% for exceptional service. More @Wikipedia
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