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Tipping Culture: We’re Supposed To Tip The Kitchen Staff Now, Too?

Author Joe Winner

Southwest Florida is home to many great restaurants. I get seafood in Naples. Great pizza in Cape Coral. Sushi in Fort Myers. And great Thai food – Estero. But there’s a term that’s been circulating around the internet that has a lot of people upset. Tipping culture.

Common practice in the United States has always been to tip your wait staff. Then it moved to tipping everyone in the service industry such as barbers, hairstylists, and more. I’m absolutely fine with that. But the latest trends prompted a CBS article entitled “Are tip requests getting out of hand?”

My latest experience of tipping culture came from a trip to Orlando. I was staying at one of the theme park resort hotels. So I went to the cafeteria/store to pick up a couple of drinks. I went to the refrigerated case, grabbed a Diet Coke and a juice and took them to the counter. The woman rang up the purchase and I saw my total and a place for a tip. That’s when I put in zero. I looked up to see if we were finished. She glared at me like I had just done her wrong. You did the definition of your job. You rang up two drinks that I got myself. Am I really supposed to tip for that? And where does this end?

Oh, it looks like this Tipping Culture trend is just getting started.

This Reddit user posted a picture of a receipt from a New York restaurant.

Now I'm suggested to tip the kitchen as well?
byu/sylhy inmildlyinfuriating

That’s right. They want you to tip the kitchen help as well. There’s literally two lines for tips on the receipt. Has anyone seen this yet in Southwest Florida? If we haven’t yet, I can assure you, we will.

I’ll leave you with this. In a few hours I’ll be ordering a pizza for the family. I’m picking it up since the place is 3 minutes from my house and if it’s delivered, adding in a delivery fee and tip, a $14 pizza quickly becomes $25. When the person behind the counter hands me the pizza I’ll be shown a screen where I can add in a tip. What do I do?

 

26 Mexican Restaurants In Southwest Florida To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo

26 Mexican Restaurants In Southwest Florida To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo

So, why do we celebrate Cinco de Mayo anyway?  According to National Calendar Day, Cinco de Mayo is a yearly celebration held on May 5, commemorating the anniversary of Mexico’s victory over the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862.

Here in the United States, we have Americanized it and given ourselves another reason to go out and party, have some drinks and delicious food, all on a week night (at least this year it’s a Friday).   It’s like St. Patrick’s Day in May.

In fact, Cinco De Mayo is more celebrated in the United States than it is in Mexico. That’s why we put together this list of 26 Mexican Restaurants In Southwest Florida For Cinco De Mayo.

Florida isn’t too far from Mexico, but there are tons of places to hit up for a margarita (or three) and some tacos on May 5th.  Several of the local restaurants listed below are hosting a Cinco De Mayo celebration of their own next week.   Be sure to stay tuned for details on those.  And, if there’s a restaurant we’ve missed, let us know.

Check out the list below and make plans with your amigos for next Friday, May 5th!

 

  • Cantina 109

    Gulf Coast Town Center
    9908 Gulf Coast Main St  Fort Myers, FL, 33913

    Cantina 109 | Mexican Grill and Tequila Bar | Fresh Mexican Food Made Daily | Fort Meyers, FL

    Cantina 109, located in Fort Myers, Florida is your local, fresh made, family owned Tex-Mex restaurant and tequila bar with top-notch service. Schedule your private tequila tasting today and enjoy a selection from our 135+ tequilas.

  • Mexico Lindo Restaurant

    3724 Del Prado Blvd S, Cape Coral, FL 33904

    https://www.mexicolindorestaurant.net/

     

  • Cabos Cantina Taco & Tequila Bar

    2226 First St, Fort Myers, FL 33901

    https://www.caboscantinafl.com/

     

  • Cantina Laredo

    5200 Big Pine Way, Fort Myers, FL 33907

    Cantina Laredo

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  • Monarca's Authentic Mexican Cuisine Bar & Grill

    1604 SE 46th St, Cape Coral, FL 33904

    4125 Cleveland Ave Suite 1485  Fort Myers, FL 33901 @ Edison Mall Between JC Penny and Book-A-Million

    Monarca´s Restaurants - Authentic Mexican Cuisine | Bar & Grill

    In Monarca's Restaurants, we strive for you Authentic Mexican Cuisine to Eat, Drink & Enjoy... like a Real Monarch

  • Iguana Mia

    1027 E. Cape Coral Parkway  Cape Coral, FL 33904

    4329 S. Cleveland Ave. Fort Myers, FL 33901

    28051 S. Tamiami Trail  Bonita Springs, FL 34135

    Iguana Mia: Fine Mexican Food

    Great Mexican food and fun with locations in Cape Coral, Fort Myers & Bonita Springs.

     

  • Senor Tequila's Fine Mexican Grill

    26801 S Tamiami Trail  Bonita Springs, Florida 34134

    https://www.senortequilasrestaurant.com/

  • Tequilas Mexican Bar & Grille

    1751 NE Pine Island Rd # D, Cape Coral, FL 33909

    Tequila's Mexican Bar & Grill - Best Mexican Restaurant in Fort Myers, FL

    "Amazing service and those new tacos are heaven on earth. I came in yesterday and entire staff actually seems like they enjoy being there from the bartender to the manager on yesterday around 730pm great job great service, will be coming back soon!"

     

  • La Casita Mexican Restaurant

    15185 McGregor Blvd, Fort Myers, FL 33908

    La Casita Restaurant | Mexican Restaurant

    When you're in the mood for good times and great cuisine, be sure to check out La Casita. The restaurant is located in one of the area's most pleasant settings and is known for its delightful staff and superb cuisine.

  • Sabor A Mexico

    13121 N Cleveland Ave, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

    Sabor A Mexico Fort Myers | Mexican Food Fort Myers

    Come to Sabor A Mexico for authentic Mexican cuisine. Best Mexican Food in Fort Myers, Florida. We serve the best Mexican Food in Fort Myers.

  • Casa Lupita Cafe

    13120 Westlinks Terrace # 10, Fort Myers, FL 33913

    Home | casalupitacafe

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  • Habaneros Mexican Grill

    547 Pine Island Rd, North Fort Myers, FL 33903

    Habaneros Mexican Restaurant | Mexican Food | North Fort Myers, FL

    Bienvenido Amigo! We are your local favorite Mexican Restaurant bringing the true Mexican flavor to the table. Here you'll find all the information you need about us such as our menu, drinks menu, schedule, specials and many more...

  • Dos Sabores Restaurant

    18731 Three Oaks Pkwy # 7, Fort Myers, FL 33967

    Dos Sabores - Mexican Restaurant - Fort Myers, FL - Restaurant

    BeBurger | Best WordPress theme for burger restaurants

  • Tacos & Tequila Cantina

    SOUTH / DAVIS BLVD  4834 Davis Blvd  Naples, FL 34104

    NORTH / PAVILION 8971 Tamiami Trail N Naples, FL 34108

    ESTERO 10952 Eagle Village Drive Fort Myers, FL 33913

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  • Mr. Tequila Grill

    3126 Tamiami Trail N, Naples, FL 34103

    3785 Tamiami Trail East Naples, FL 34112

    Mr. Tequila - Mexican Grill & Bar

    f you are in the mood for an great Mexican style dining experience, then Mr. Tequila's is the place to go. The margaritas are fantastic, and they are robust! Not premixed and under hootched, but zesty with a kick. The Chorizio dip is the best I've had and the steak burrito is packed with juicy and fire grilled flavorful cutlets.

    2700 Immokalee Rd #12Naples, FL 34110

    1661 Estero Blvd. #11Fort Myers Beach, FL 33931

  • Flaco's Restaurant

    2371 Vanderbilt Beach Rd #710, Naples, FL 34109

    Flaco's Mexican Specialties and Steakhouse

    Tampiqueña is a variation from the Mexican city of Tampico. It consists of skirt steak pounded thin and marinated to tender perfection! The meat is most commonly grilled with a combination of onions and poblanos, or other local seasonal produce %

  • Turco Taco

    410 9th Street North  Naples, FL 34102

    1514 Immokalee Rd, #116  Naples, FL 34110

    Turco Taco | Gourmet Tacos & Quesadillas in Naples, FL.

    Turco Taco is a lively restaurant serving gourmet tacos, quesadillas, and organic salads. Come try the best tacos in Naples, FL.

  • Amigos Cafe

    11263 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, FL 34113

    Mexican Cuisine

    Amigo's Cafe serves fine Mexican Cuisine in a quaint and intimate atmosphere that is suitable for friends and family or to woo that special someone with a romantic dinner. With Mexican Fare that is as authentic as its owners, Amigo's Cafe serves fresh house made dishes that bring the South of the Border tastes to Naples with service and friendliness that will make you feel like family.

  • Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar

    9123 Strada Pl #7135, Naples, FL 34108

    Menus | Naples | Mexican Restaurant in Naples, FL

    Explore the best Mexican food in Naples at Rocco's Tacos. Check out our menu and tequila drink options, and join us for brunch and happy hour in Florida.

  • La Oaxaquena Taqueria

    2795 Davis Blvd, Naples, FL 34104

  • Don Tequila Mexican Restaurant

    4947 Tamiami Trail N #110, Naples, FL 34103

    Don Tequila Naples, FL - Mexican Restaurant in Naples, FL

    Best Mexican food in Naples! Complimentary Salsa and Chips, lunch specials, nice open atmosphere, sweet waitress, eager to show options when I said it was our first visit. (Ask for Evelyn!) This is Lunch Special #1, stuffed taco, guac salad, flavorful beans, Chile Relleno, absolutely amazing. Hubby had Speedy Gonzalez, taco, beans.

  • El Rincon De Mexico

    2248 Tamiami Trail E, Naples, FL 34112

  • Moe's Southwest Grill

    Mexican Restaurant & Tex Mex Grill | Moe's Southwest Grill

    Welcome to Moe's. A Mexican restaurant with a Southwest twist.

  • 3 Pepper Burrito Company

    3 Pepper Burrito - Made from scratch

    Serving the BEST and freshest #burritos in South West Florida. Made from scratch and cooked to order tortillas. 8 locations to serve you.

  • Tijuana Flats

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  • Chipotle

    Mexican Food - Restaurant & Catering - Chipotle Mexican Grill

    Order tacos, burritos, salads, bowls and more at Chipotle Mexican Grill. Order online for pick up or delivery and join our rewards program today.

Joe Winner spends his days combing through memes and off beat stories to bring you the side of Florida not always seen.

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