When I worked in bars/restaurants, I made way more with tips than the minimum wage for my state. Even as a male bartender who isn't particularly funny or hot.

When I worked in bars/restaurants, I made way more with tips than the minimum wage for my state. Even as a male bartender who isn't particularly funny or hot. I worked for it though. Busy nights busting ass, dragging cases and kegs of beer up flights or stairs, making drinks for the whole restaurant while providing full service to bar guests, etc. I definitely wouldn't have gone into the industry if there wasn't tipping. The stress isn't worth it. That said, I don't mind leaving a buck or two for fast food/coffee shop workers. I don't think it should be mandatory, but the option should be available.