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While debit and credit cards make it simple to start a tab, bartenders typically prefer cash. If you pay for your first round in cash and tip well, your bartender may appreciate it when the bill arrives.
Building a good relationship with your bartender is key. They tend to treat friendly patrons well and appreciate those who take care of them. According to Wired, always use cash first before switching to cards when you're starting your night at your favorite bar.
Using only cards means your bartender won’t notice your generosity until the end of the night when you pay the bill. Begin with cash, tip upfront, and then open a tab. You may find that not all your drinks end up on the bill.
This advice is not new, and some of you have even suggested it before, but it's valuable for those who think cash is unnecessary these days. Bartenders want you to enjoy yourself, and if you treat them well, they'll return the favor.
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