Which of the following is closer to your preference for tipping at restaurants?

Which of the following is closer to your preference for tipping at restaurants? Published on September 8, 2025 → Survey conducted on September 8, 2025 on 21472 U.S. adults

All adults

Region

Gender

Politics

Age

Race

Pay more for each item on the menu and not be expected to tip

26%

Keep menu prices the same and pay tips to supplement restaurant workers' earnings

54%

Not sure

20%

Pay more for each item on the menu and not be expected to tip

26%

Keep menu prices the same and pay tips to supplement restaurant workers' earnings

54%

Not sure

20%

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