To Tip or Not to Tip: The Great Stadium Markup Debate

Reddit users are split on whether to tip for overpriced stadium drinks. From self-service fridges to walking vendors, the debate rages on.

Summary

  • Some users believe in tipping vendors but not the concession stand workers.
  • Others question if the tips reach the actual workers behind the registers.
  • Tip culture is criticized as being excessive and out of control.
  • Opinions range from tipping a courtesy dollar to refusing to tip at all.

Vendor Tipping Dilemma

Some users differentiate between tipping vendors who walk around selling beer versus the workers at the concession stands. One user shared skepticism about whether the tips actually reach the hands of the workers behind the registers.

Debating Tip Culture

Many users criticize the current tip culture, questioning why tipping for basic service has become expected and even frowned upon if not done. Some find the idea of tipping for self-service or overpriced items unreasonable.

To Tip or Not to Tip?

Opinions vary widely on whether to tip at stadiums. While some see a small courtesy tip as acceptable, others refuse to tip in response to high prices and added service charges.