Do I leave a tip in Seville or Lisbon?
Apr 22nd, 2003, 09:01 AM
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While in Lisbon, I never noticed anything that indicated service was already included. I always added an amount to the charge slip just like I would do in the US. However, there is no actual place for a tip on the charge slips. When I received my credit card statement, the restaurant total and the tip amount showed up as two separate transactions. P.S. I did respond to one of your posts about our trip to Lisbon, but it disappeared when I went to post it. If you still have any questions, please ask and we'll try again.
Apr 22nd, 2003, 11:51 AM
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In many restaurants in Europe, the server does not get the tip if you put it on the credit card. The restaurant owner keeps it. Always best to leave cash. I have always been told to tip 10% at the better restaurants in Lisboa, spare change at cafes where you would just order coffee, wine, or a small snack. (My ex-husband lives in Lisboa.)
