Should you tip on restaurant takeout? Or a coffee order? Here's when it's OK to decline.

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Many Americans feel like they're tipping more money, and at more places, than they have in the past. There are some places you're still not expected to leave a tip, though.

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I tried Applebee's for the first time, and quickly saw how the chain is winning over so many customers

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Applebee's is one of the most popular casual dining chains in the US, and it's having a moment right now.

Jena Brown

Chili's, Applebee's, and other casual dining chains are having a moment

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Applebee's and Chili's are offering discounts as fast-food chains are doing the same.

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French luxury tycoon Bernard Arnault, the richest man outside America, is buying one of Paris' most iconic restaurants

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LVMH is owned by Bernard Arnault, who regularly jostles with Jeff Bezos and Elon Musk for the title of the world's richest person.

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Hot honey is the sweet and spicy flavor on everyone's lips, from pizza to cocktails. Here's why it's America's newest food obsession.

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I dined at Disney World's only Michelin-starred restaurant for $375. You'll want to snag a reservation even if you don't care about the theme parks.

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Victoria & Albert's in Disney's Grand Floridian Resort was recently awarded a Michelin star.

Casey Clark

I visited the 'best cheap eats' spot in Florida. My $10 breakfast was so good I'd drive 7 hours to get it again.

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As a food writer who travels a lot, Yelpers never steer me wrong for restaurant recommendations. Eating at Gypsea Crepes was no exception.

Terri Peters

My family of 4 ate at STK Steakhouse for the first time. Our $460 meal was pretty great, but the atmosphere wasn't our cup of tea.

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My family of four and I spent $460 at STK Steakhouse.

Terri Peters

Chipotle customers are roasting the chain for its portion sizes — and filming their orders in hopes of getting more food

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Some Chipotle customers are recording employees to document how much protein they get in their orders.

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Kids thought they were going to meet Bluey at a restaurant in Vegas. Instead, they got a long line and a man in a onesie.

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The event led to a barrage of criticism online.

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