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TIPPING PRACTICES IN RESTAURANTS
Psychology says people who leave generous tip for the waiters at any restaurant and bar aren't always trying to impress others: What the behavior may really mean- Forget fake invoices. The real risk is the assumptions made in the balance sheet to hide losses
- At 16, they managed fast-food night shifts; after a stressful rush, the Illinois student quit; now facing a legal threat over a pair of headsets
- Are tips tax-free now in the US? IRS announces deduction for tip workers - but there’s a catch; Eligibility rules and deduction limits explainedThe 'no tax on tips' rule made headlines across the US, raising hopes among service workers of major tax relief. But the policy is not as s...16 Apr, 2026, 12.27 PM IST
- Canada’s restaurant industry on the brink? 4,000 closures predicted in 2026 amid soaring costs and shrinking consumer spendingCanada's restaurant sector is bracing for significant closures. Analysts predict thousands of eateries may shut down in 2026, following a t...11 Jan, 2026, 09.08 AM IST
- Understanding America's tipping culture: A guide to smart tipping practicesTipping culture, particularly in the US, faces significant backlash and fatigue, evolving from appreciation to entitlement. This guide offe...28 Sep, 2025, 12.23 AM IST
- Hotel, restaurant bodies challenge Delhi HC order on service chargeRestaurant and hotel associations in India have challenged a Delhi High Court order prohibiting mandatory service charges. The NRAI argues ...28 Apr, 2025, 12.59 PM IST
- Service charge levied by restaurants & hotels is 'unfair' trade practice, can’t be mandatory, rules Delhi HCThe Delhi High Court ruled that service charges in restaurants and hotels are an unfair trade practice and cannot be made mandatory. It als...28 Mar, 2025, 02.35 PM IST
- Service charge by restaurants, hotels with GST a 'double whammy' for customers: Delhi High CourtDelhi High Court criticizes service charge with GST, questioning renaming to 'staff charges' by restaurant associations. Case involves Cons...03 May, 2024, 07.46 PM IST
- NRAI reiterates its stance that there is no illegality in levying a service chargeNRAI said service charge is a part of the owner’s discretion / decision regarding the total price payable by a customer with regards to sal...06 Jul, 2022, 01.01 PM IST
- Service charge issue: Restaurants body, owners says government's move unfortunateFood and Consumer Affairs Minister Piyush Goyal on Friday asserted that restaurants cannot add 'service charge' to the food bills, though c...03 Jun, 2022, 08.09 PM IST
- Service charge is neither illegal nor in violation of the law: FHRAIFHRAI has stated that service charge, colloquially known as ‘tip’, is the amount paid to the staff of the restaurant or other similar estab...27 May, 2022, 06.59 PM IST
- Don’t expect service charge to go despite Centre’s orderCustomers have been paying tips to waiters in addition to service charges under the impression that service charge is a part of taxes.22 Apr, 2017, 05.10 PM IST
- Government all set to issue advisory against service charge on food bills; eating out to become cheaperThe levying of service charge without seeking customer consent will be considered as unfair trade practice under the Consumer Protection Ac...14 Apr, 2017, 05.52 PM IST
- Not a tip: Here's the truth about service chargeIn India, we all know about papads, naans and dals offsetting prices of more expensive dishes on the menu, because food costs need to be ba...08 Jan, 2017, 12.23 PM IST
- Service charge: Don’t eat if you don’t want to pay, says restaurants’ bodyThe government had clarified that the authorities could act against those levying a service charge without the knowledge and consent of con...03 Jan, 2017, 12.13 PM IST
- Service charge by hotels and restaurants not mandatory: GovernmentCentre has asked State govts to sensitize companies, hotels & restaurants to disseminate info that service charges are discretionary/volunt...03 Jan, 2017, 12.31 AM IST
- Govt directive on service charge will lead to confusion: Hospitality associationsUnion Consumer Affairs Ministry said service charge on a food bill is not compulsory and a customer can choose to have it waived.02 Jan, 2017, 10.21 PM IST
- India joins the debate on forking out extra at restaurantsAdding a service charge of 5-10% to the bill is a fairly established practice in Indian restaurants, although some, especially in hotels, h...10 Apr, 2016, 04.11 AM IST
- Use the credit card slip to pay tip at hotels and restaurantsFor patrons of high-end restaurants, credit cards provide an opportunity to tip without having to rummage in wallets for small notes.01 May, 2012, 10.00 AM IST
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