Why Does My Dinner Bill Feel Like a Math Test?

Can we talk about the emotional rollercoaster that is paying for food these days? I’m just trying to enjoy my noodles, but suddenly the bill arrives and I’m decoding hieroglyphics: ‘Service Charge included. Gratuity appreciated.’ Wait, so… do I tip on top of the service charge? Or is that like tipping twice for the same smile? I get it—restaurants need to pay staff fairly. But as a customer, I’m stuck in this weird limbo where I don’t want to look cheap, but I also don’t want to be the sucker who tips 20% on top of a 15% service charge. It’s like a test I never studied for, and the only thing at stake is my dignity (and maybe my next paycheck). Anyone else wish we could just pay for food and not have to solve a riddle every time? #FoodieProblems #TippingCulture #DiningOut #ServiceCharge #GlobalEats #Food #Foodie