Nevada Ranks Among The Lowest In Tipping Wait Staff, Data Shows
The two major metro areas in Nevada are Las Vegas and Reno. Both are propped up by the service industry. Casinos, valet drivers, and of course wait staff at our…
The two major metro areas in Nevada are Las Vegas and Reno. Both are propped up by the service industry. Casinos, valet drivers, and of course wait staff at our favorite restaurant. With that in mind, you'd expect Nevadans to know how to tip right?
Wrong.
Toast, a company that provides restaurants with point of sale systems that you would leave your tip on, released their data from the fourth quarter of 2022 and we have a tip for Nevada: tip better.
Of the fifty states, Nevada ranked 47th in tipping with a pitiful 18.4% tip left on average. That's right, all the blackjack dealers, cocktail waitresses and maitre d's scattered around town have not taught the Silver State to be a little more loose with tipping for service.
The data breaks down tipping by "Full Service Restaurants" and "Quick Service Restaurants" and the data isn't much better there either. Full service (sit down, waiter serves you) was tipped an average of 19.3%. Quick service? It drops off a cliff. 15.3%. Worth noting they calculate using card purchases only, not cash tips.
Nevada is near the bottom... who is at the top?
Turns out Delaware is making it rain all over their local restaurants. They were in first place by a full percent (21.8%) compared to 2nd place Indiana and Wyoming (20.8%).
When you break it down into metro areas, Las Vegas didn't even show up in the rankings. First place went to...CLEVELAND. Yes, Cleveland is beating Las Vegas to shreds. Woof.
Which states tip worse than Nevada?
Let's feel better about ourselves. We were 47th not 50th! 48th went to Florida, 49th went to Washington State... and 50th went to... CALIFORNIA! Wait a second!
Now that we think about it... Toast is just basing the number on the state the sale happened in, not who it was! We know Californians visit Las Vegas all the time. THERE IT IS. It's not our fault. Blame it on California, like we do high taxes, bad traffic, and reality TV.
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8 Best Mexican Restaurants In East Las Vegas
East Las Vegas is a central hub for all things flavor. If you live in the 89101, 89015, 89121 or anywhere around that area you know what we're talking about.
Summerlin is cool and Henderson is nice but East Las Vegas is really where heart, love and soul come into play. Many outsiders see run down streets and old buildings but behind the cosmetic imperfections lives a part of the city that thrives on culture. A large part of the Latin X community live on the east side which sources family recipes and hidden gems.
The restaurants in the area know how to cook up a mean plate of food. From carnitas tacos, flautas el paso, carne asada and some of the most refreshing aguas frescas. What's also impressive is the amount of food that these restaurants serve. They don't skimp on the meats or sides.
Not all but many of the restaurants stay open late catering for those night time hunger cravings. Check local listing times for any updates or changes.
Customers are valued which is why these restaurants stay in business and have continued their success on the east side. We also want to mention that many of the places listed are fair with their prices. It won't cost a whole pay check to eat at any of these restaurants.
Vegas is one of those cities where you can drive past a business without ever realizing who or what they're about. Residents of the area understand the struggle of getting their name out there for the masses.
Each of the Mexican restaurants below were rated on Google with a 4.2+ in star ratings. Each of the eateries that were chosen have at least 200 or more reviews.
We wanted to highlight the businesses below that are known for making people smile. We hope you enjoy.
El Canelo Restaurant
Address: 23 N Mojave Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89101
El Birotazo
Address: 4262 E. Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104
Lindo Michoacan
Address: 2655 East Desert In Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89121
*Images from the Summerlin location Instagram
Mama Maria's Mexican Restaurant & Bakery
Address: 6055 E. Lake Mead, Las Vegas, NV, 89156
Rivas Mexican Grill
Address: 5750 E. Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV, 89142
Tacos El Gordo
Address: 1724 E. Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas 89104
Mar Y Tierra
Address: 712 N Eastern Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Mariscos El Mariachi
Address: 552 N Eastern Ave #A, Las Vegas, NV 89101
Here’s What You Missed On Aimee+Shawn This Week
That's the end of another week on Aimee+Shawn and man are our... legs... tired.
On Monday, Shawn, 102.7 VGS afternoon host Sammi and several other members of the Beasley Media Group family laced up their shoes and headed to The STRAT. The group went up 1,455 steps to go from the bottom to the top of the famed Las Vegas landmark for Scale The STRAT benefitting the American Lung Association. Shawn did finish but it turns out he was one of the slowest times of the day. 602nd out of 622 competitors. Yikes.
The showing for Shawn was so bad, he finally broke. With Aimee on her keto kick, and Sammi planning to get fit and try out to be a Raiderette, Shawn (who was the one person on the staff that really needs to get healthier) decided to get on board.
Aimee couldn't make the event (but she climbed every step last week). Instead she went out to Mesquite for her son's football tournament. That tournament turned out to be a big, dramatic disaster that had fists flying, parking lots inescapable, and more insanity.
Meanwhile, Aimee's friend is going to inherit some property... but that friend's wife is already calling dibs, and that friend's parents aren't quite dead yet. Awkward.
The show also took on the biggest issue going on behind the scenes at 102.7 VGS... reply all emailers. The ones that find it necessary to send "Thanks!" to 112 fellow employees.
Finally, in a heartwarming moment, Aimee+Shawn read a book to all the schools at once for Nevada Reading Week.
What's coming up this week on Aimee+Shawn?
The show returns Monday with a concert ticket double down all week! Two times during each show, listen and win tickets to not only Gorillaz at Zappos Theater at Planet Hollywood... but also Red Hot Chili Peppers at Allegiant Stadium! See you Monday!
Listen to Aimee+Shawn weekday mornings from 6-10 on 102.7 VGS
Shawn Nearly Finished Last In 'Scale The STRAT'
He came, he saw, he barely finished. Shawn tackled Scale The STRAT benefitting the American Lung Association and while he did make 1,455 steps... his finishing time didn't set any records. Even close.
Movies That Haven't Been Made Yet
Shawn got a chance to see Cocaine Bear and he absolutely loved it. The movie was "based on a true story" but it turns out... it was barely based on a true story. Is there another barely based on a true story story that has yet to be told?
Drama On And Off The Field For Aimee's Son's Football Tournament
Fighting over parking spots. Fighting on the field. It was a mess over the weekend in Mesquite, and it led to Aimee and her fam going home early.
The Ol' Gold Ring For Gas Money Trick
Shawn was pulling out of the station and a guy pulled next to him in a panic... needing gas money... motioning towards his gold ring... and he knew it was a scam.
The Lengths Aimee+Shawn Went To Not Pay For Entertainment
AT&T Sportsnet is shutting down soon, but Shawn hasn't been able to legally watch the network in a while. The two talk about the things we've done to watch what we want to watch...without paying.
Who Cleans Up The 'Sick' In Your House?
It was a sweet moment with Shawn's son sitting on his lap... then... in an instant... he exploded. Vomited everywhere. Aimee asked who cleaned because whenever someone ralphs in her house, she's on cleaning duty.
Shawn's No Good Very Bad Overnight Camp Story
It was a dark and frightful night the one day that Shawn was in overnight camp. He recounts the horrifying twilight he spent at a summer camp that led to counselors getting fired and his back itching a lot.
Selling Things On Facebook Marketplace Is Painful
Four months. That's how long Shawn had items up on Facebook Marketplace without a taker. He finally snapped over the weekend and sold his stuff at 10 cents on the dollar.
It's Not Yours Until They Die
Aimee's friend is getting an inheritance. Aimee's friend's wife is already calling that inheritance "theirs". Only one problem... Aimee's friends parents are still alive.
Shawn Is Tired Of Being Out Of Shape
Shawn's embarrassing showing at Scale The STRAT finally made him snap. He's on a mission to get healthier...
Making Your Kids Walk To School In The Snow
It's been snowing in the area... like, a lot! Aimee's hubby has no problem making their son walk to school in it...
Reply All Emails Should Be Thrown Into The Pits Of Hell
There is a scourge that has taken over the 102.7 VGS inboxes... unnecessary reply all emails.
Kids Say The Darnedest Things...
After reading to some classes for Nevada Reading Week, Aimee realized quickly that kids today are way sharper and funnier than we were.
Aimee+Shawn Read 'Giraffes Can't Dance' To The Kids...
Speaking of Nevada Reading Week, while both Aimee and Shawn are speaking to kids this week, they decided to read a book to the entire city at once... and it's a classic.
Parts Of The House You Just Don't Use
Think about it... there are parts of the house you just never get to. The cabinets over the fridge? WHO USES THOSE?!
Teachers That Had It Out For Us
Shawn recounts the one teacher in high school that never seemed to give him a fair shake. Aimee had a teacher like that too. Turns out... we all have.
