What's the Difference Between Gratuity and Tip?

Tip and gratuity is the same thing. There is no need to leave anything extra unless you feel the server deserves more than that 18%. They add it on to large parties to ensure the server doesn't get stiffed for all their work.

Is gratuity the same thing as a tip?

A gratuity (normally called a tip) is a sum of money customarily given by a client or customer to certain service sector workers for the service they have performed, in addition to the basic price of the service.

Is the gratuity automatically count as a tip?

Generally, an automatic gratuity is considered a tip (and not a service charge) if: The customer gives it freely; The customer has the unrestricted ability to determine the amount of the tip; The payment is not dictated by employer policy; and.