Best waitress?

Question

seriously, if you are going to tip a server really well, more than 18%, what do you expect from them? please, nothing dirty and demeaning.

Answer 1

I TIP GOOD IF OUR GLASSES STAY FULL, WE GET CHECKED ON FROM TIME TO TIME, NOT FORGOTTEN!!

Answer 2

just serve good

Answer 3

greet politly,  bring drinks and food in corrct order, correct as ordered, timely manner, not hover, but check once or so during meal.  be attentive, know menu, make wise suggestions, dont fidgit, dont look like they are too busy for me, etc. etc. use common sense.

Answer 4

There are a couple of things that make me tip extra. Firstly an intimate knowledge of the menu, and if the waiter isn't sure then they  go and check.  Secondly  waiters that don't hover (a pet hate of mine) they walk past the table and if I don't want anything else  they just  make eye contact with me, smile and nod and go about their business. Finally  being an ex server myself I  like to see how they handle their other tables and how they deal with difficult situations. I know how  demanding that job can get and always tip well when I see someone doing a fantastic job.

Answer 5

My tip increases because the server has been attentive to the needs of my dinner party.  This means that emptied dishes are removed promptly, water glasses are kept filled, that the attitude of the server is upbeat, friendly but not intrussive.  If I have special requests they are met with courtesy and do not have to be repeated more than the initial request.  I want to be aware that the server is trying to make my dining experience a pleasant one.  Coffee is not spilled in the saucer,the plates are not just casually tossed on the table.

If it is a place that I frequent often, I expect to be greated like an old friend. That the staff is aware that I come often and that I treat them well.

Answer 6

I expect friendly service and in a timely manner.  I tip really well when I get great service and a first impression is important.  The last time I was at a nice restaurant our waiter gave the impression of indifference, almost like taking our order was a hassle.  Also, if I ask for an extra napkin, a drink refill, etc.  I don't want to have to ask 2 or 3 times.

Answer 7

I tip all wait staff well. It's part of the price of the meal. Oh, If I were tipping based on the quality of service, I would like to have prompt attention, for the wait staff to know the menu and specials, and to make my meal comfortable...I don't want to teach him his (or her) job!

Answer 8

my min tip is always 32 percent of the tab. but if i tip higher it;s because she was great, prompt, positive attitude and it doesn't hurt for her to flirt. it my my GF mad anyways; but i don;t mind cuz i make it up to her that evening. but my major thing is attitude. if she is pissed off then she should stay at home because ppl go out to have a great time and not have it ruined by a pissed of waitress