Tipping Culture Just Hit a Breaking Point and Customers Are Pushing Back

Tipping used to be a simple thank you for great service. Now, it’s a social minefield, and customers across the U.S. are fed up.

A viral rant this week on X (formerly Twitter) ignited fresh outrage after a reporter called out the absurdity of tipping culture, writing, “Twenty percent for someone to make eye contact and hand me a muffin is crazy.” 

The post racked up millions of views and unleashed a flood of agreement from frustrated customers who say tipping has officially gone off the rails.