There’s always been clear, unspoken etiquette for hospitality workers: Order simple drinks, don’t hound bartenders during a busy service, don’t expect a comped tab, and tip well. In the past, it seemed no member of the trade would veer from the code of conduct, but some in the industry think contemporary bartenders have lost their courtesy.
Today on the “VinePair Podcast,” Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss how members of the trade, including writers covering the industry, might now be worse customers than they used to be. From ordering complicated cocktails when the bar is packed to anticipating comped items, has the bartender’s handshake lost its way?
Zach is reading: 7 Alternatives to Petrus, the World’s Most Expensive Bordeaux
Joanna is reading: How Williamsburg’s Lighthouse Quietly Became the Bar Industry’s Hangout
Adam is reading: Does Trade Etiquette Still Exist Among Bartenders?
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