Tipping is often seen as an extra bonus for good service and, in America, 15-20% is standard at any full-service restaurant.
There are coffee shops, bakeries, sandwich chains, and even pizza joints making the switch towards using digital registers or tablets at checkout—this new tipping technology prompts customers to tip 10%, 15%, 20%, or even 22% on top of their payment.
Customers were not prepared for Starbucks' new digital tipping system and they pushed back against the interactions it forces. But for Starbucks, and any coffee shop that is making custom-to-order drinks, a tip is often warranted.
Like Starbucks, taking a trip to your local Dunkin' and quickly picking up your caffeinated drink—whether that be in the drive-thru or inside the store—you will usually be prompted with a tipping request at the end of your final purchases.
From bakery items and coffee to snacks and full hot meals, Panera serves a variety of food to customer via counter service, kiosks, or its app.
Five Guys is a relatively expensive burger chain, in comparison to a lot of other fast-food places, specializing in custom-built burgers.
At Subway, customers walk in to watch and direct sandwich makers put together exactly what they want and how they want it.
Domino's has actually offered to tip customers to pick up their own orders—in midst of worker and delivery driver shortages.
Overall, reward good service but pay what you can and never more than you can afford financially, say experts. "When in doubt, leave a tip at any place where you receive table service, and aim for 15-20% of the total bill.