Bar Tab Transfers to Tables Create Tipping Issues for Bartenders

Transferring a bar tab to a dining table can complicate tipping for bartenders, as tips may not be easily divided when service changes. Dawn Kenney, a bar owner in Jacksonville, Florida, notes that while modern systems can handle transfers, they often don’t facilitate tip splitting, leading to frustration for bartenders like Taylor Lowry. Generational differences in tipping etiquette further complicate the issue, with older patrons typically more aware of tipping norms. Ultimately, bartenders prefer to manage tab transfers amicably to maintain customer satisfaction.