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Unexpected places and tipping practices

Airport kiosks, retail counters, tips calculated on tax or fees, hard-to-find decline buttons, and other practices people are calling out. Open a report to see the original source and any photo we have.

Each report captures one checkout at one moment. It does not prove that every location uses the same screen today.
500 reports
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Wedding Dress Shop: 10% on an Off-the-Rack Dress

Location not reported · Reported

10%

A shopper said the lowest tip choice was 10% while paying $1,864 for an off-the-rack wedding dress. That would have added nearly $200. The shopper declined, and the post did not name the store or location. The attached photo shows the dress, not the checkout screen.

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Restaurant Checkout: Lowest Tip Choice Was 20%

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A diner shared a photo of a tip screen whose lowest suggested choice was 20%. The options were displayed in descending order, placing the highest percentage first. The restaurant and location were not identified.

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Takeout Restaurant: Added $18.22 Tip

Location not reported, CA · Reported

Tip or fee reported; buttons not given

A California customer posted a receipt and card total, alleging that an $18.22 tip (about 22%) was entered after an $80.52 takeout purchase. The restaurant reportedly refunded the amount after the customer complained.

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Shake Shack: Salt Lake City Airport

Salt Lake City, UT · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer video showed prices changing after they declined a tip at a Salt Lake City airport kiosk. Shake Shack said this was not its policy and traced it to a one-off configuration at the licensed airport location.

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Automated Checkout: Tip Prompt With No Server

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A widely shared video showed a customer being asked for a tip at an automated checkout with no employee providing the transaction. Commenters noted that the clip may predate the 2026 repost, so the incident date and location remain unknown.

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Mini Golf Course: Florida

Location not reported, FL · Reported

15%

A Florida mini-golf customer reported being handed a putter, told to select a ball and use a QR scorecard, then shown a 15% suggestion.

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Rum Store: St. Michaels

St. Michaels, MD · Reported

10% · 15% · 20%

A customer reported tip choices of 10%, 15%, and 20% while buying rum at a store in St. Michaels, Maryland.

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Airport Self-Service Store: AUS

Austin, TX · Reported

18%

A customer reported buying a bottle of soda at a self-service store at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and finding an 18% tip already selected.

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Busch Stadium: Tip Prompt for a Self-Serve Beer

St. Louis, MO · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A commenter said a Busch Stadium checkout asked for a tip after the customer grabbed a beer from a cooler and tapped to pay. The original post was removed, but the location-specific comment remained available. No suggested amounts were reported.

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Pizza Pickup: Second Tip Request

Location not reported · Reported

15%

A customer said they left a 15% tip in the app for a pickup order, then a counter worker stopped them while leaving and asked whether they wanted to add a tip. The restaurant and location were not identified.

self service

Earthbar at Equinox: Smoothie Kiosk Tip Prompt

New York, NY · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A commenter said an Earthbar kiosk inside an Equinox in New York City asked for a tip while ordering a smoothie. The commenter noted that the smoothie already cost $15. The exact Equinox location and suggested amounts were not reported.

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Restaurant Receipt: Posted Total Reportedly Changed

Location not reported · Reported

Tip or fee reported; buttons not given

A Reddit poster shared a receipt photo and said the final card transaction did not match the signed amount. The restaurant and location were not identified; the report records the allegation without naming a business.

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Checkout Screen: Multiple Steps to Enter No Tip

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer described a screen with only three suggested percentages and a custom-amount button. Entering zero reportedly led to a confirmation screen and then another custom-amount step before the customer could finish without a tip. The business and location were not identified.

self servicePreselected

Self-Service Smash Burger QR Menu

Location not reported · Reported

20% · 25% · 30%

A customer reported scanning a QR code, ordering and getting supplies without table service, then seeing a large preselected 25% tip with 20% and 30% alternatives. The custom choice was described as small and gray.

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Popeyes: Great Lakes Crossing

Auburn Hills, MI · Reported

10% · 15%

A published article reports that a Popeyes kiosk displayed 10%, 15%, no-tip, and custom choices; the article notes that additional choices were cropped from the source photo.

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Restaurant Receipt: 3% Technology Fee

Location not reported · Reported

20%

A customer posted a receipt showing a 3% technology fee that the manager removed when questioned; the same account said suggested tips started at 20%. The restaurant and location were not identified.

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Popeyes: Self-Service Kiosk Tip Test

Auburn Hills, MI · Reported

10% · 15%

A customer photographed a Popeyes self-service kiosk in a Michigan mall asking for a tip. Popeyes later said the feature was a limited test at roughly 12 food-court locations, not a nationwide rollout.

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Boat and Tubing Rental: New Hampshire

Lake Winnipesaukee, NH · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

While booking a one-hour tubing and wakeboarding trip, a customer reported being told that the price covered the equipment and fuel but that they would need to tip the captain and helper. The operator was not named.

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Best Buy: Tip Screen for a Phone Charger

Danvers, MA · Reported

18% · 20% · 22%

A Reddit poster shared a photo and said a Best Buy register in Danvers, Massachusetts offered 18%, 20%, and 22% gratuity while they bought a phone charger. Other commenters disputed whether this was a normal store flow, so the report is limited to the pictured checkout.

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Orlando Convention Center: Tip Prompt at Self-Checkout

Orlando, FL · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A commenter described self-service drinks and food warmers at an Orlando convention center, followed by a tip prompt at self-checkout. The commenter said workers stocked the warmers but did not provide made-to-order service. The exact venue was not identified.

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Tampa Airport: Tip Prompt for Self-Serve Water

Tampa, FL · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A commenter reported a tip prompt while buying a roughly $6 bottle of water at a self-service kiosk at Tampa International Airport. The commenter said no workers were involved and did not give the suggested amounts.

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FIFA Fan Zone: 20% to 25% at a Self-Pay Kiosk

Location not reported · Reported

20% · 22% · 25%

A visitor to a FIFA fan zone said they picked a beer from a cooler and used a self-pay kiosk. An employee entered a PIN and opened the can, and the screen then offered 20%, 22%, and 25% tips. The stadium and city were not identified.

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Airport Self-Checkout: SYR

Syracuse, NY · Reported

18% · 20% · 22%

A photo shows a self-checkout for a bottled drink displaying “Tip the Staff” with 18%, 20%, and 22% choices and a visible “No tip, thanks” option.

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No Tip Orders Are Getting Cold…

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “No Tip Orders Are Getting Cold….” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1l4a0ld/no_tip_orders_are_getting_cold/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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This Rubbed Me The Wrong Way

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “This Rubbed Me The Wrong Way.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1s77qdh/this_rubbed_me_the_wrong_way/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Server Was Mad For Leaving A Cash Tip

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Server Was Mad For Leaving A Cash Tip.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1uhakcd/server_was_mad_for_leaving_a_cash_tip/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Op So Brainwashed He Tips 25% After Being Served Moldy Bread

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Op So Brainwashed He Tips 25% After Being Served Moldy Bread.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qwxmi6/op_so_brainwashed_he_tips_25_after_being_served/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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The Replies To This Have Been Absolutely Bonkers

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “The Replies To This Have Been Absolutely Bonkers.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1m31ps5/the_replies_to_this_have_been_absolutely_bonkers/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Large Party, Count 2

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Large Party, Count 2.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1q2bc9j/large_party_count_2/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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16% Tip Required, What Do You Think Of The Owner's Response?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “16% Tip Required, What Do You Think Of The Owner's Response?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1lyw8iu/16_tip_required_what_do_you_think_of_the_owners/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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This Is A First For Me

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “This Is A First For Me.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qhd1dy/this_is_a_first_for_me/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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30% Is Soso Tipping LOL

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “30% Is Soso Tipping LOL.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1jmtpsr/30_is_soso_tipping_lol/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Waffle House To Go Fee

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Waffle House To Go Fee.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1ss7r7s/waffle_house_to_go_fee/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Another Reason To End Tipping

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Another Reason To End Tipping.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qktd6c/another_reason_to_end_tipping/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Grocery Store Apparently Adds $1.00 Tip To All Orders

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Grocery Store Apparently Adds $1.00 Tip To All Orders.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1rkaqg2/grocery_store_apparently_adds_100_tip_to_all/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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It's Finally Happened. Im Tired Of The Entitled Doordashers

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “It's Finally Happened. Im Tired Of The Entitled Doordashers.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1molsjw/its_finally_happened_im_tired_of_the_entitled/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Tipping On Top Of Corkage Fee

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Tipping On Top Of Corkage Fee.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1q2319y/tipping_on_top_of_corkage_fee/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Tipping In Seattle Has Gone Too Far

Seattle, WA · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Tipping In Seattle Has Gone Too Far.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1mh29z3/tipping_in_seattle_has_gone_too_far/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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I'm Not Tipping 25% For Taking Pre-Made Ice Cream Treats Out Of A Box

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “I'm Not Tipping 25% For Taking Pre-Made Ice Cream Treats Out Of A Box.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1n2p621/im_not_tipping_25_for_taking_premade_ice_cream/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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18% Gratuity At Buffet. No Service

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “18% Gratuity At Buffet. No Service.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1sz7f6l/18_gratuity_at_buffet_no_service/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Tipping Is Getting Outrageous

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Tipping Is Getting Outrageous.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1lnqhgw/tipping_is_getting_outrageous/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Last Time We’ll Ever Go Here…

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Last Time We’ll Ever Go Here….” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1t9i4gf/last_time_well_ever_go_here/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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This Is Not My Check But It Has To Be Posted Here

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “This Is Not My Check But It Has To Be Posted Here.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qyykzf/this_is_not_my_check_but_it_has_to_be_posted_here/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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It’s Not A Tip; It’s A Bribe!

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “It’s Not A Tip; It’s A Bribe!.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1m4cxf7/its_not_a_tip_its_a_bribe/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Owner Publicly Shames Guest And States That Servers Have To Pay Out Of Pocket If They Don’t Get Tips?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Owner Publicly Shames Guest And States That Servers Have To Pay Out Of Pocket If They Don’t Get Tips?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qes1ci/owner_publicly_shames_guest_and_states_that/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Bought Pizza, Picked It Up, Asked For Tip Twice

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Bought Pizza, Picked It Up, Asked For Tip Twice.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qm1yl2/bought_pizza_picked_it_up_asked_for_tip_twice/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Drink From The Water Fountain? Did You Tip?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Drink From The Water Fountain? Did You Tip?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1lwoyu3/drink_from_the_water_fountain_did_you_tip/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Nice Try. Now Give Me My Change

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Nice Try. Now Give Me My Change.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1n7foou/nice_try_now_give_me_my_change/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Went Out To Eat With A Friend And Saw A New Strategy I’m Going To Start Using

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Went Out To Eat With A Friend And Saw A New Strategy I’m Going To Start Using.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1lvtfay/went_out_to_eat_with_a_friend_and_saw_a_new/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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At A Local Bar

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “At A Local Bar.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1q9jha6/at_a_local_bar/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Just Now On The News LOL!

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Just Now On The News LOL!.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1rrgjms/just_now_on_the_news_lol/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Push The Red Button

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Push The Red Button.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1u3z9pu/push_the_red_button/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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This Is So Totally Ridiculous

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “This Is So Totally Ridiculous.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1rof6yt/this_is_so_totally_ridiculous/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Beware Of This Billing Trend

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Beware Of This Billing Trend.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1si389f/beware_of_this_billing_trend/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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How Is It Not A Tip?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “How Is It Not A Tip?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1ty3d2m/how_is_it_not_a_tip/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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"I Need Change For A $100 Bill But Make Sure It's A $20 And A $10 So He Has To Leave The 20"

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “"I Need Change For A $100 Bill But Make Sure It's A $20 And A $10 So He Has To Leave The 20".” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1psnb3g/i_need_change_for_a_100_bill_but_make_sure_its_a/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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I Think Kids Are Being Tricked Into Tipping At A Snow Cone Truck At School

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “I Think Kids Are Being Tricked Into Tipping At A Snow Cone Truck At School.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1tebx0u/i_think_kids_are_being_tricked_into_tipping_at_a/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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$30 Valet Demanded Cash Tip

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “$30 Valet Demanded Cash Tip.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1sr2gwq/30_valet_demanded_cash_tip/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Is This Our Problem?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Is This Our Problem?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1mxrpsn/is_this_our_problem/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Went To A New Restaurant Last Night. Didnt Notice Anything On The Menu But Regardless I Wont Be Back

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Went To A New Restaurant Last Night. Didnt Notice Anything On The Menu But Regardless I Wont Be Back.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1rmo54k/went_to_a_new_restaurant_last_night_didnt_notice/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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I Had The Weirdest Interaction At A Restaurant Today

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “I Had The Weirdest Interaction At A Restaurant Today.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1seb031/i_had_the_weirdest_interaction_at_a_restaurant/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Giving A 20% Tip And Getting A Snarky Response From Waitstaff

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Giving A 20% Tip And Getting A Snarky Response From Waitstaff.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1r3fwah/giving_a_20_tip_and_getting_a_snarky_response/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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When You See It

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “When You See It.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qoi0tk/when_you_see_it/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Auto 18% Added To Bills Of $150 Or More With A Snarky Gaslighting Comment

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Auto 18% Added To Bills Of $150 Or More With A Snarky Gaslighting Comment.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1sjogxk/auto_18_added_to_bills_of_150_or_more_with_a/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Pay Me Extra Money First Or Else I'll Ruin Your Food

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Pay Me Extra Money First Or Else I'll Ruin Your Food.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1lmoqx8/pay_me_extra_money_first_or_else_ill_ruin_your/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Amazon Prime Delivery Asking For Tips

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Amazon Prime Delivery Asking For Tips.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1rlln51/amazon_prime_delivery_asking_for_tips/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Picked Up My Own Food And Got Hit With The "Intentional Delay" For Not Tipping

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Picked Up My Own Food And Got Hit With The "Intentional Delay" For Not Tipping.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1r2iydw/picked_up_my_own_food_and_got_hit_with_the/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Shady Situation At Starbucks

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Shady Situation At Starbucks.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1mewvu9/shady_situation_at_starbucks/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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This Math Doesn’t Add Up

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “This Math Doesn’t Add Up.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1pfuubt/this_math_doesnt_add_up/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Tip Fee…

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Tip Fee….” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1s00sz0/tip_fee/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Can't Believe I Was Just Asked For A Tip By A French Waiter

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Can't Believe I Was Just Asked For A Tip By A French Waiter.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1spomj9/cant_believe_i_was_just_asked_for_a_tip_by_a/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Charged A “Quiet Time Surcharge” Because The Restaurant Wasn’t Busy

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Charged A “Quiet Time Surcharge” Because The Restaurant Wasn’t Busy.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1mzgmgh/charged_a_quiet_time_surcharge_because_the/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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This Was A First

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “This Was A First.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qujxoo/this_was_a_first/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Note On Register…”no Tip? Nice, Your Order Will Be Ready In An Hour…”

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Note On Register…”no Tip? Nice, Your Order Will Be Ready In An Hour…”.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1ltw5sk/note_on_registerno_tip_nice_your_order_will_be/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Energy Fee?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Energy Fee?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1r2bvmu/energy_fee/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Airport Transfer In Cancun. Tipped Driver $1 USD. He Declined And Gave It Back. The Sign Suggests $20 LOL

Cancun, Quintana Roo · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Airport Transfer In Cancun. Tipped Driver $1 USD. He Declined And Gave It Back. The Sign Suggests $20 LOL.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1shasow/airport_transfer_in_cancun_tipped_driver_1_usd_he/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Paid At A Food Truck With Cash To Avoid Getting “Tip Guilted” On A Card Payment. They Still Got Me With A 3.99% “Card

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Paid At A Food Truck With Cash To Avoid Getting “Tip Guilted” On A Card Payment. They Still Got Me With A 3.99% “Card .” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1rhhavi/paid_at_a_food_truck_with_cash_to_avoid_getting/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Seems About Right

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Seems About Right.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1j91y48/seems_about_right/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Outrageous Tip Expectation

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Outrageous Tip Expectation.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qg84iu/outrageous_tip_expectation/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Additude

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Additude.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1sskyos/additude/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Worker Tipped Himself $10 After We Gave Cash

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Worker Tipped Himself $10 After We Gave Cash.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1rjton2/worker_tipped_himself_10_after_we_gave_cash/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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I’m Just Done

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “I’m Just Done.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1o51jri/im_just_done/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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15% Wasn’t Good Enough, Apparently

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “15% Wasn’t Good Enough, Apparently.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1pxb4vb/15_wasnt_good_enough_apparently/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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This Lady Is My Hero. Always Remove Auto Tip When You're On A Cruise!

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “This Lady Is My Hero. Always Remove Auto Tip When You're On A Cruise!.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1po3jgy/this_lady_is_my_hero_always_remove_auto_tip_when/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Miscommunication Or Intentional Theft?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Miscommunication Or Intentional Theft?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1t9l7gx/miscommunication_or_intentional_theft/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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I Was Extremely Surprised When I Saw This At A Coffee Shop

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “I Was Extremely Surprised When I Saw This At A Coffee Shop.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1mglumy/i_was_extremely_surprised_when_i_saw_this_at_a/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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I Have Enough Friends

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “I Have Enough Friends.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1r788nf/i_have_enough_friends/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Seen In Nw Arkansas

Northwest Arkansas, AR · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Seen In Nw Arkansas.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1sa06pt/seen_in_nw_arkansas/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Tip Expected For Prenatal Sonogram?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Tip Expected For Prenatal Sonogram?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1q55xia/tip_expected_for_prenatal_sonogram/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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I Finally Found One On Threads

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “I Finally Found One On Threads.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qquytf/i_finally_found_one_on_threads/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Server Posted "Was Wondering Why I Got Stiffed"

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Server Posted "Was Wondering Why I Got Stiffed".” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qdg3g6/server_posted_was_wondering_why_i_got_stiffed/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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This Person Told The Server To “Round Up To $70.00” And The Employee Used A Discount To Increase Their Tip

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “This Person Told The Server To “Round Up To $70.00” And The Employee Used A Discount To Increase Their Tip.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1r7gol1/this_person_told_the_server_to_round_up_to_7000/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Oh Yes, I’d Absolutely Love To Tip You 99% (After Tax, For Good Measure)

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Oh Yes, I’d Absolutely Love To Tip You 99% (After Tax, For Good Measure).” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qi1t49/oh_yes_id_absolutely_love_to_tip_you_99_after_tax/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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As A Doordash Driver - Please Don't Tip

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “As A Doordash Driver - Please Don't Tip.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qgwodb/as_a_doordash_driver_please_dont_tip/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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It's Just A Dollar Or Two! LOL

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s July 2026 visual roundup documents this report under the title “It's Just A Dollar Or Two! LOL.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1qhf8ef/its_just_a_dollar_or_two_lol/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Pizza Counter: Tip Reportedly Added After Zero

Location not reported · Published

Tip or fee reported; buttons not given

A screenshot recounts a counter-service pizza shop where a customer selected zero, was told the card was not processing, and later reported that a tip appeared on the card charge. The shop and location were not identified.

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Dog Grooming Subscription: Tip Request

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A screenshot shows feedback from a dog-grooming subscriber who said they were asked for a tip on top of a subscription fee and extra haircut charges. The groomer and location were not identified.

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Mall Kiosk: Verbal Tip Request

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

Published coverage preserves a public video in which a mall-kiosk worker asked a shopper whether she wanted to leave a tip. The kiosk and mall were not identified.

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Denver Airport Self-Checkout: Hot Dog

Denver, CO · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A traveler posted a photo of a tip prompt after using a self-service kiosk for a hot dog at Denver International Airport. The post did not identify the concession or list the tip choices.

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Airport Fast Food: Tip Choice Up to 100%

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A traveler shared a photo of an airport fast-food checkout with a 100% tip option and said some customers appeared to select it while trying to advance. The airport was not identified.

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Bridal Salon: Tip Request on a $1,000-Plus Purchase

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer said a bridal stylist spent about 90 minutes helping with dresses, then asked for a tip on a purchase of more than $1,000. The poster said the stylist also earned commission and completed the sale without adding a tip. The salon and location were not identified.

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Taco Stand: Tip Prompt for a Premade Taco

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A commenter said a taco stand asked for a tip after the customer picked a premade, foil-wrapped taco and the worker scanned it. The stand, location, and suggested amounts were not identified.

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Florida Boat Rental: 20% Tip Added

Location not reported, FL · Reported

20%

A returning customer said new owners of a Florida boat-rental business raised the rental and fuel prices, then added a 20% tip to the credit-card slip. The customer said they signed before fully processing the charge. The company and city were not identified.

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Large-Party Charge Included in Additional Tip Calculation

Location not reported · Reported

18% · 20% · 25%

A photographed bill showed an 18% large-party charge and an additional tip request. The discussion reports that the new tip calculation used a total that included the charge, and commenters also noted tax in the calculation. The business and location were not identified.

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Counter-Service Restaurant: 20%, 25%, or 30%

Location not reported · Reported

20% · 25% · 30%

A customer reported tip choices of 20%, 25%, and 30% at a restaurant where guests order and pay at the counter, get their own drinks, and collect their own food. The business and location were not identified.

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Korean Fried Chicken Shop: Self-Service Kiosk Tip

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer photographed a tip screen at a new Korean fried-chicken shop where orders were placed at a self-service kiosk and customers cleared their own tables. The business and location were not identified.

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TSA Checkpoint: Gift Card Request

Omaha, NE · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A traveler shared a photo taken in Omaha that solicited grocery or gas-station gift cards for TSA workers. The post framed the request as tipping at airport security.

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Boat Tour: Follow-Up Asked for More Tip

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer shared a screenshot of a follow-up email asking for a tip after the group had already tipped 15% on a $150-per-person boat tour. The company and location were not identified.

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Dallas Counter-Service BBQ: 20% Default

Dallas, TX · Reported

20%

A customer posted a checkout photo showing a 20% default at an upscale Dallas barbecue restaurant where customers got their own drinks and utensils. A separate sign asked diners to bus their tables. The restaurant was not named.

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Burger Bar: 30% Suggested After Tax

Location not reported · Reported

30%

A customer posted a checkout photo after buying a burger and beer. The payment screen suggested a 30% tip calculated after tax. The business and location were not identified.

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Boston Restaurant: Tip Reportedly Added Later

Boston, MA · Reported

Tip or fee reported; buttons not given

A Boston diner posted a photographed receipt marked with no tip and said the final card charge later included an added tip. The restaurant was not identified, so this remains a source-attributed report.

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Airport Bar: Employee Retention Fee

Location not reported · Reported

Tip or fee reported; buttons not given

A customer shared a photo of an airport beer receipt with an employee-retention fee added to the bill. The airport and bar were not identified.

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Airport Grab-and-Go Market: FLL

Fort Lauderdale, FL · Published

20% · 22% · 25%

A customer posted a photo of a self-ordering kiosk showing 20%, 22%, and 25% choices; 20% appears selected. The exact observation date was not stated.

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NY-Area Airport: 3% Retention Surcharge

New York metro area, NY / NJ · Reported

3% service charge

A traveler shared a photographed receipt with a 3% employee-benefits and retention surcharge at a New York to area airport. The post did not identify which airport business charged it.

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Venue: Automatic Tip for Door Staff

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A screenshot of a public review describes an unexpected automatic tip charge for venue door staff; the owner response offers reimbursement and suggests cash tips. The venue and location were not identified in the roundup.

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Retail Kiosk: Tip Screen

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photographed retail payment kiosk shows tip options beside books and other merchandise. The store, amounts, and location were not identified.

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Payment Screen: 30% to 100%

Location not reported · Published

30% · 40% · 50% · 100%

A photographed $95 payment screen labels 30% as “soso,” 40% as “ok,” 50% as “good,” and 100% as “thank you.” The business and location were not identified.

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Bar Receipt: 99%, 85%, and 18%

Location not reported · Published

99% · 85% · 18%

A photographed bar receipt for $62.54 lists suggested tips of 99%, 85%, and 18% beneath a 3% credit-card surcharge notice. The business and location were not identified.

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Major Hotel Restaurant: Reported $180 Tip on $93 Meal

Location not reported · Reported

Tip or fee reported; buttons not given

A Reddit poster shared a receipt photo and reported that a waiter entered a $180 tip on a $93 hotel-restaurant meal. The poster said the hotel refunded the charge after a month. The chain and location were not publicly confirmed.

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Restaurant: Fees Included in Suggested Tip Base

Location not reported · Reported

20% · 25%

A commenter described suggested tips calculated from a final total that included tax, a credit-card fee, and a service or staffing fee. The example showed a 20% suggestion of $53 instead of $40 on $200 of food and drink. The restaurant and location were not identified.

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Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf: Near-Zero Tip Choices

Los Angeles, CA · Published

0% · 1%

A customer posted a photo from an unidentified Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf in Los Angeles showing unusually small tip choices. The poster said one displayed choice worked out to four cents and the barista attributed the setup to the store owner. Commenters viewed the screen as a low-pressure alternative to high default tips.

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Dive Bar: Oregon

Location not reported, OR · Reported

40% · 30% · 20%

A photographed payment screen at an Oregon dive bar showed 40%, 30%, and 20% choices in descending order.

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Tucson Airport Self-Serve Kiosk

Tucson, AZ · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A traveler posted a photo of a tip prompt at a fully self-service airport kiosk. In the discussion, the poster identified the airport as Tucson International. The displayed tip choices were not readable in the source text.

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Automatic Car Wash: Tip Request at the Entry Screen

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer reported a tip request at the entry screen of an automatic car wash where workers guided the car and pressed buttons the driver could otherwise reach. Towels and cleaning supplies were separately charged.

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Self-Serve Frozen Yogurt: 15% to 25%

Location not reported, CA · Reported

15% · 20% · 25%

A California customer reported filling a cup, dispensing yogurt, and adding toppings without assistance before a cashier weighed it and presented 15%, 20%, and 25% tip choices.

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Pizza Takeout: 20%, 25%, or 30%

Location not reported · Reported

20% · 25% · 30%

A customer described picking up a pizza order and receiving tip choices of 20%, 25%, and 30% at checkout. The restaurant and location were not identified.

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Water Utility Counter: Tip Line on the Bill

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer reported seeing a tip line when paying a water bill in person. The utility and location were not identified, and the poster suggested the payment system might not have been configured for that transaction.

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Pub QR Order Tip Prompt: Cairns

Cairns · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

In a public Facebook discussion, a commenter reported ordering from a table by QR code at a Cairns pub and then being asked for a tip. The source does not name the pub or give the incident date.

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LAX Self-Checkout: Chicken Strips

Los Angeles, CA · Reported

15% · 18% · 20%

Published coverage of a public video shows a traveler scanning an $18 package of chicken strips at an LAX self-checkout before seeing 15%, 18%, and 20% options and a visible no-tip choice.

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Einstein Bros. Drive-Through: Payment Stick

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A drive-through customer reported being handed a card terminal mounted on a long metal rod and seeing a tip screen. The post showed a visible zero option but did not identify the location.

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Drive-Through Car Wash: Tip for Kiosk Attendant

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer reported that a drive-through car wash placed an attendant beside the self-pay kiosk to offer memberships, then used the kiosk to ask for a tip for that attendant. The business and location were not identified.

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Jimmy John’s Counter: Tip Prompt

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer reported seeing a tip prompt while placing a sandwich order at a Jimmy John’s counter. The location and displayed amounts were not identified.

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Auntie Anne’s Kiosk: Location Not Reported

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer buying pretzels at an Auntie Anne’s kiosk reported being told that the payment screen would ask a question, then seeing a tip prompt. The location and choices were not identified.

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Did You Buy Out The Entire Menu 70 Different Times? How Did You Even Do This

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s June 2025 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Did You Buy Out The Entire Menu 70 Different Times? How Did You Even Do This.” The roundup links to the original post (https://x.com/bearsockz/status/1876121964785676458). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Tipping Culture Is Getting Out Of Hand

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s June 2025 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Tipping Culture Is Getting Out Of Hand.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/1hhwobh/tipping_culture_is_getting_out_of_hand/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Stop Trying To Make Tipping A Thing

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s June 2025 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Stop Trying To Make Tipping A Thing.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/melbourne/comments/yoi10p/stop_trying_to_make_tipping_a_thing/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Why Is Tipping Frowned Upon But Charging Extra On Weekends Isn’t?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s June 2025 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Why Is Tipping Frowned Upon But Charging Extra On Weekends Isn’t?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/melbourne/comments/ysr73k/why_is_tipping_frowned_upon_but_charging_extra_on/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Receptionist At My Doctor's Office Has QR Codes For Venmo And Cashapp Tips

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s June 2025 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Receptionist At My Doctor's Office Has QR Codes For Venmo And Cashapp Tips.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/1k3wnfj/receptionist_at_my_doctors_office_has_qr_codes/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Tipping Culture Is Getting Out Of Hand

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s June 2025 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Tipping Culture Is Getting Out Of Hand.” The roundup links to the original post (https://x.com/TaraBull808/status/1925930410338402624). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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I Turned Around And Left

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s June 2025 visual roundup documents this report under the title “I Turned Around And Left.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/1i64sls/turns_around_and_leaves/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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30% Is So So?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s June 2025 visual roundup documents this report under the title “30% Is So So?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://x.com/PicturesFoIder/status/1882696944662749596). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Homecoming Tickets: Tip at Checkout

Online · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A screenshot reproduced in a 2025 roundup shows a tip option while buying homecoming dance tickets online. The school, ticket platform, location, and amounts were not identified.

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Chipotle Pickup: Tip in the App

Online · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A screenshot reproduced in a 2025 roundup shows the Chipotle app asking for a tip on a $21.65 pickup order. The location and displayed percentages were not identified.

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Self-Service Pizza and Taphouse: 25% Default

Location not reported · Published

18% · 20% · 25%

A customer described a counter-service pizza and self-pour beer venue where the card screen defaulted to 25% and changing it required help. The accompanying photo also shows tip drop boxes. The venue and location were not identified.

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FedEx Driver: Personal Tip QR Codes

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo reproduced in a 2025 roundup shows a FedEx delivery setup with QR codes for tips through Venmo, PayPal, and Cash App. The driver and location were not identified.

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Payment Screen: Percentage Tip Required

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photographed checkout tablet presents percentage tip choices without an obvious zero-tip button. The business, location, and exact percentages were not identified in the source text.

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Restaurant Check: $7 Tip Reported as $87

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A screenshot reproduced in a 2025 roundup shows a credit-card alert for an $87 tip after the customer says they wrote $7 and a $45.23 total. The source does not establish whether the discrepancy was deliberate or an entry error.

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Jeans Brand: Tip the Maker QR Code

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A clothing tag photographed for a 2025 roundup includes a QR code inviting the buyer to tip the person who made the jeans. The brand was not identified in the source text.

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Funeral Home: Tip Screen

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo in a 2025 visual roundup shows a payment screen asking for a tip at a funeral home. The business, location, and displayed amounts were not identified.

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Trivago Self-Booking Checkout

Online · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer reported completing a hotel search and booking without human help, then seeing a tip request in the Trivago checkout flow.

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Takeaway Coffee Tip Screen: France

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A public Facebook post includes a photo of a payment terminal asking for a tip before tap-to-pay on a takeaway coffee in France. The exact café and city were not identified.

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Casual Wing Restaurant: Tips Up to 30%

Location not reported · Reported

30%

A photographed checkout at a locally owned casual restaurant included a 30% suggested tip. The poster described the business as having the best wings in town but did not name it or give a location.

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Coffee Shop: 100%, 115%, or 130% Choices

Location not reported · Reported

100%

A commenter reported previously seeing 100%, 115%, and 130% choices at a coffee shop. The shop and location were not identified, and the claim is preserved as a user report rather than an independently verified fact.

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Jammy Job: Tip at Online Checkout

Online · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photographed Jammy Job product checkout asks shoppers to add a percentage or custom tip for the team. The product and suggested percentages were not visible in the roundup image description.

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Cab Ride: $5 to $20 Tips on a $15 Fare

Location not reported · Published

$5 · $10 · $15 · $20

A photographed cab terminal for a $15 ride offers $5, $10, $15, and $20 tip choices plus custom, with $15 highlighted in the reproduced image. The city and cab company were not identified.

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Self-Service Candy Store: Florida

Location not reported, FL · Reported

18%

A shopper reported choosing and bagging candy without assistance at a Florida candy store before seeing tip choices that started at 18%. The store and city were not identified.

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MCO Terminal C Self-Checkout: Bottled Water

Orlando, FL · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A traveler reported buying four $5 water bottles at an automated checkout near the JetBlue gates in Orlando International Airport Terminal C and receiving a tip prompt without interacting with a worker.

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Starbucks Drive-Through: Reported $5 Added Tip

Location not reported · Reported

Tip or fee reported; buttons not given

A customer told the Daily Dot that a $5.25 Starbucks drive-through purchase posted as $10.25 after the payment screen was not shown. The report is an allegation preserved in published coverage; the store and location were not identified.

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Pizza Pickup: Tip Prompt

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

In the same dated account, a customer also reported receiving a tip prompt while paying for a pizza pickup order. The restaurant, location, and displayed amounts were not identified.

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Crumbl Self-Checkout: Tip Prompt

Location not reported · Reported

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A customer reported ordering a cookie through a Crumbl self-checkout and receiving a tip prompt. The store, location, and displayed amounts were not identified.

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Checkout: Tip Options Started at 30%

Location not reported · Reported

30%

A photographed checkout prompted discussion because the suggested tip choices reportedly began at 30%. The business, location, and upper choices were not available in the indexed post.

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Split Check: Suggestions Equaled 40% to 50%

Location not reported · Reported

40% · 44% · 50%

A photographed split check showed tip recommendations that commenters calculated as roughly 40%, 44%, and 50% of the split amount. Commenters said the system appeared to calculate tips from the original unsplit check. The restaurant and location were not identified.

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Restaurant: 30% Appeared as the First Choice

Location not reported · Reported

30% · 25% · 20%

A diner reported a handheld payment screen that listed 30% first, followed by 25% and 20%. The poster said the reversed order nearly led them to select the highest amount. The restaurant and location were not identified.

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Outdoor Self-Order Venue: 25%, 30%, or 35%

Location not reported · Reported

25% · 30% · 35%

A commenter described an outdoor venue where customers scan a QR code, place the order, receive a text, and pick up the order themselves. The screen reportedly showed 25%, 30%, and 35%. The venue and location were not identified.

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Carryout App: 30%, 40%, or 50%

Online, Online · Reported

30% · 40% · 50%

A cross-post linked a checkout image from a carryout or delivery app with suggested tips of 30%, 40%, and 50%. The app, restaurant, and location were not identified.

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Airport Self-Checkout: EWR

Newark, NJ · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A firsthand Bankrate account reports a tip prompt after the author selected and scanned a premade sandwich at Newark Liberty International Airport. No suggested amounts were stated.

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Hipster Bar: 25%, 35%, or 99%

Location not reported · Reported

25% · 35% · 99%

A photographed bar receipt listed 25%, 35%, and 99% suggestions. Some commenters interpreted the 99% choice as an April Fools joke, while others noted that 25% was still the lowest displayed suggestion. The bar and location were not identified.

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They Can't Even Provide You With The Proper Crossword Puzzle And Still Add A Mandatory 15% Tip To Your Bill!

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “They Can't Even Provide You With The Proper Crossword Puzzle And Still Add A Mandatory 15% Tip To Your Bill!.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1bao3jj/they_cant_even_provide_you_with_the_proper/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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When Did 20% Become Customary?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “When Did 20% Become Customary?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1bgnhmw/when_did_20_become_customary/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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I Could Not Imagine Giving A Tip This Big

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “I Could Not Imagine Giving A Tip This Big.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1bckdgd/i_could_not_imagine_giving_a_tip_this_big/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Valet Minimum Tip $5 / Average Tip $7.65

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Valet Minimum Tip $5 / Average Tip $7.65.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/marriott/comments/1bgody1/valet_minimum_tip_5_average_tip_765/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Getting Creative With These Fees

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Getting Creative With These Fees.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1b5ji64/getting_creative_with_these_fees/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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BBQ In Jerome: Seat Yourself, Order At The Counter, Pour Your Own Drinks, Pay 12% Counter Ordering Service Fee, And St

Jerome, AZ · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “BBQ In Jerome: Seat Yourself, Order At The Counter, Pour Your Own Drinks, Pay 12% Counter Ordering Service Fee, And St.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1b9h3xo/bbq_in_jerome_seat_yourself_order_at_the_counter/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Airbnb Owner Expects Us To Tip His Cleaning Service He Hired On Top Of The $250 Cleaning Fee

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Airbnb Owner Expects Us To Tip His Cleaning Service He Hired On Top Of The $250 Cleaning Fee.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/ysnyq5/airbnb_owner_expects_us_to_tip_his_cleaning/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Restaurant In Baltimore Adds 18% Tip Automatically

Baltimore, MD · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Restaurant In Baltimore Adds 18% Tip Automatically.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/10urko6/restaurant_in_baltimore_adds_18_tip_automatically/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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A Self-Checkout Kiosk Asking For A Tip

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “A Self-Checkout Kiosk Asking For A Tip.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/facepalm/comments/14hkdbq/a_selfcheckout_kiosk_asking_for_a_tip/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Double Service Fee?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Double Service Fee?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/1bkopyo/double_service_fee/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Tipping Culture Is Getting Out Of Hand. Normal Tip Line With A Second Additional Tip Area

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Tipping Culture Is Getting Out Of Hand. Normal Tip Line With A Second Additional Tip Area.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/143t5pv/tipping_culture_is_getting_out_of_hand_normal_tip/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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My Airbnb Host Wanted Me To Tip Housekeeping…on Top Of The $200 Cleaning Fee

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “My Airbnb Host Wanted Me To Tip Housekeeping…on Top Of The $200 Cleaning Fee.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/y6c8hg/my_airbnb_host_wanted_me_to_tip_housekeepingon/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Now I'm Suggested To Tip The Kitchen As Well?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Now I'm Suggested To Tip The Kitchen As Well?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/133byh3/now_im_suggested_to_tip_the_kitchen_as_well/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Elevator Asks For Tip

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Elevator Asks For Tip.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/14ambes/elevator_asks_for_tip/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Waffle House Charged The Tip The Same As The Total

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Waffle House Charged The Tip The Same As The Total.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/12bgl1y/waffle_house_charged_the_tip_the_same_as_the_total/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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It Finally Happened. I Was Prompted To Tip At The Airport Self-Checkout Station

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “It Finally Happened. I Was Prompted To Tip At The Airport Self-Checkout Station.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/mildlyinfuriating/comments/13ygwsl/it_finally_happened_i_was_prompted_to_tip_at_the/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Doordash Reminding Me That Tipping Culture Is Out Of Control

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Doordash Reminding Me That Tipping Culture Is Out Of Control.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/facepalm/comments/173h5qn/doordash_reminding_me_that_tipping_culture_is_out/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Tip Thieves Deserve Prison

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Tip Thieves Deserve Prison.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/facepalm/comments/14nsf4u/tip_thieves_deserve_prison/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Subway: Workers Say the Boss Takes Card Tips

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo from a Subway register shows a handwritten worker message alleging that the boss takes card tips and asking customers to hand tips directly to staff. The franchise location was not identified.

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Restaurant Menu: 19% Service Charge

Location not reported · Published

19% service charge

A photographed restaurant menu states that a 19% service charge applies and tells customers they can leave if they do not like it. The restaurant and location were not identified.

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Hudson: 4.5% Hospitality Charge

Location not reported · Published

4.5% service charge

A photographed Hudson by Avolta checkout sign says a 4.5% hospitality charge is applied and is not gratuity payable directly to staff. The store location was not identified.

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Delivery Driver Post: No-Tip Order Kept Cold

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A social-media photo reproduced in a visual roundup shows a delivery order in a car with the caption that the air conditioning was on full blast for a non-tipper. The platform, restaurant, and location were not identified.

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Hair Salon: 69% Tip Button

Location not reported · Reported

20% · 35% · 50% · 69%

Published coverage of a TikTok shows a $31.50 haircut checkout with 20%, 35%, 50%, and 69% choices. The business and location were not identified.

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30% Tip. Absolutely Absurd

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “30% Tip. Absolutely Absurd.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/18ks7zw/30_tip_absolutely_absurd/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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A "Super Tip"?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “A "Super Tip"?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/18j7fgp/a_super_tip/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Nothing Like A Healthy Serving Of Guilt With Your Meal

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Nothing Like A Healthy Serving Of Guilt With Your Meal.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/krzx1e/nothing_like_a_healthy_serving_of_guilt_with_your/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Restaurant Tip Shames Public!

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Restaurant Tip Shames Public!.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/16r57dv/restaurant_tip_shames_public/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Coffee Shop In Chicago Asking Us To Stop Being Poor

Chicago, IL · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Coffee Shop In Chicago Asking Us To Stop Being Poor.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/16ztqh0/coffee_shop_in_chicago_asking_us_to_stop_being/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Shaming Customers For Not Tipping

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Shaming Customers For Not Tipping.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/17htz1n/shaming_customers_for_not_tipping/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Then Wth Is It?

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Then Wth Is It?.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/19265us/then_wtf_is_it/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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So I Guess This Is A Thing Somewhere

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “So I Guess This Is A Thing Somewhere.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/170nck4/so_i_guess_this_is_a_thing_somewhere/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Popular Sandwich Chain Had This Tip Sign

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Popular Sandwich Chain Had This Tip Sign.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/192mocj/popular_sandwich_chain_had_this_tip_sign/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Saw This Online

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “Saw This Online.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/17tz2h0/saw_this_online_hope_its_not_content/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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I Would Say More Than Mildy Infuriating

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “I Would Say More Than Mildy Infuriating.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/183lzso/i_would_say_more_than_mildy_infuriating/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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I Saw This Today, Bless

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “I Saw This Today, Bless.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/17f3j00/i_saw_this_today_bless/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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A Seattle Ice Cream Shop

Seattle, WA · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo or screenshot in Bored Panda’s 2024 visual roundup documents this report under the title “A Seattle Ice Cream Shop.” The roundup links to the original post (https://www.reddit.com/r/EndTipping/comments/167jigg/a_seattle_ice_cream_shop/). The business and location were not independently confirmed.

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Restaurant Owner Post: 20% Minimum

Location not reported · Published

20%

A social-media screenshot reproduced in a visual roundup shows a restaurant owner telling customers that 20% is the minimum tip and that people unwilling to pay it should stay home. The restaurant and location were not identified.

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Moore Street Cafe: 15% on Takeout

Richmond, VA · Published

15%

A photographed Moore Street Cafe receipt adds 15% gratuity to a takeout order and says additional gratuity is appreciated. The restaurant’s own site also states that 15% is added to to-go orders.

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Mister Car Wash: Automated Wash Tip Screen

Location not reported, FL · Published

$1 · $2 · $5

A Florida customer photographed an automated Mister Car Wash checkout offering $1, $2, and $5 tip choices even though the customer vacuumed and cleaned the car. The exact location was not identified.

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Doctor’s Office: Tip Jar

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A photo in a visual roundup shows a tip jar at a doctor’s office. The practice, location, and requested amount were not identified.

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Laundromat: Cashier Tip Prompt

Location not reported · Published

Tip asked for; amounts not given

A visual roundup reproduced a social post from a customer who said a laundromat cashier asked for a tip. The business, amounts, and location were not identified.