L.A.’s Servers Say Tipping Is Way Down During the Pandemic

Restaurant workers who rely on tips to make a living are dealing with reduced customer flow—and reduced generosity
Steven Blum • Los Angeles Magazine • September 17, 2020
Working as a server in L.A. was an unstable gig before toxic air choked the skies and a deadly respiratory disease threatened dining rooms. Now, many say the job has become impossible. One obvious reason: tips are down. Significantly so. After...
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