7 Times You Should Tip in Cash—and 1 You Shouldn't

In many situations, tipping isn’t an option, but you could still decide how you tip.

According to The Takeout’s advice columnistThe Salty Waitress, most food industry servers prefer cash tips.

Plus, they’ll pocket more money: Remember those fees employers must pay credit card companies?

Rest assured, you have every right to tap “no tip” in these situations.

Food Delivery

This is particularly important if you’re ordering food through delivery apps.

You’ll already have cash on handjust withdraw a little more for tipping.

If even that fails, you’re able to offer to write a check.

United States Department of Labor.Tip Regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).Accessed Dec. 21.