On social media, many viewers were stunned after a user revealed he earned $152 by leaving zero tips.
On the TikTok platform, a viral video showed that he made $152 in a week by leaving $0 tips everywhere they went.
A Los Angeles TikTok creator, known as @idonttip, recently went viral.
He claimed to have saved $152 in one week by leaving no tips at various eateries.
This approach has sparked significant debate about tipping culture.
Tiktoker shared their opinion about travel and ‘zero tips‘.
The inspiration for the TikTok account came after a visit to a bakery.
The creator ordered a Danish for $3. When prompted to tip, he was shocked by the suggested amounts. This experience led to the birth of the “NoTip” movement.
In his videos, @idonttip shares his daily expenses at numerous restaurants and coffee shops in Los Angeles.
He meticulously added up the total savings from not tipping. This includes a $389 dinner with drinks and truffle pasta, as well as $12 lattes.
A user revealed he saved a significant amount of money after refusing to tip.
In one of their videos, the creator showcased their week of no tipping.
In the footag, he visited various establishments, including Steroscope, Republique, Zinc, UKTA, and Kreation Organic.
The video ends with a compilation of zero-dollar tips given to workers.
The TikToker claims to have saved $152 by refusing to tip.
However, the method of calculating this figure remains unclear. The creator did not respond to inquiries for clarification.
The video quickly went viral and sparked debate on social media
The video elicited mixed reactions in the comments section.
Some viewers praised the creator’s approach. Conversely, others were shocked by the creator’s extravagant spending while leaving no tips.
Additionallly, many commenters shared their views on tipping etiquette.
One person said: 152 is more than I spend a paycheck on takeout, let alone tipping. That means bro is spending at least 400$ a week on takeout..
A second wrote: So for the idiots. The price of your food will need to go up 30% to pay the employees 20% more because the government will charge the owner the extra 10% in taxes.
While a third commented: Cheap, lazy people need to cook their own food.
Someone else said: The only time I tip is when there are waiters. I don’t tip if at a bar, all you did is pull a lever bro. It’s your job to make my food/ drink
However, Some criticized the creator’s approach. They called it “devious” to leave no tip at regular restaurants.
Tipping culture in Los Angeles
While there are no strict laws regarding tipping in Los Angeles, best practices exist.
Travel sites recommend tipping 15% to 20% at restaurants, cafes, and diners.
This frustration with tipping culture is not unique to @idonttip.
A Reddit user expressed similar sentiments, describing L.A.’s tipping culture as “out of control.”
They lamented that people expect tips for basic job responsibilities while already receiving full pay.
The debate over tipping practices in Los Angeles continues.
While some support the no-tip philosophy, many emphasize the importance of tipping for service.
As conversations about tipping evolve, the impact of creators like @idonttip may shape future attitudes towards gratuity.