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[beach-mom]

With more and more restaurants in our area offering "preferred customer cards," sending out e-mail discounts, etc. I have a question about something.

When DH and I go out and use a discount, we always add the discount back on when it is time to tip the server. One of my friends doesn't think this is necessary. What do you think? TIA! 

[Citrine1]

Hi @beach-mom !  It's always been my feeling that you should tip on the amount prior to the discount.  That's what my DH and I do.  

[NYC Susan]

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@beach-mom wrote:

With more and more restaurants in our area offering "preferred customer cards," sending out e-mail discounts, etc. I have a question about something.

When DH and I go out and use a discount, we always add the discount back on when it is time to tip the server. One of my friends doesn't think this is necessary. What do you think? TIA! 

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I always tip based on the actual amount, not the discounted amount.  I think that's more fair to the server.

[JeanLouiseFinch]

I agree with you, @beach-mom.  Tip on the tab before the discount is deducted.

[tansy]

Another vote for tipping on the non-discounted amount.

[sunshine45]

i love tipping threads!

i always tip on the total amount prior to any discount or freebie. i even tip on top of all the taxes thaat are added on.

[janeec]

I always tip on the pre-discounted price as that is the price on the menu.  The server should not be penalized because I have a coupon to save money.  

[BirkiLady]

I never take a coupon or use a senior citizen discount. I pay the price on the menu, the sales tax and add the 20% tip. If you need a discount coupon to dine out, perhaps you better eat at home. Those employees are still working just as hard for you. 

[libbyannE]

You are correct. And thoughtful to do it. 

[aroc3435]

@beach-mom The tip for the meal should be based on the BEFORE discounted amount.