2 questions:Gratuity and seperate checks

[Kate-n-sam]

Hi
I have 2 seperate questions re dining :

1. How many people before per table before gratuity (including children?) is added?
2. We are traveling with my parents, will they be able to get a seperate check or should we plan on splitting the bill. (We both prefer to carry credit over cash, so then it becomes a pay back issue)

Oh, I guess I have 3 questions, LOL
Is it under 3 eat free OR 3 and under?

Thanks!
Lynn

 

[eeyore0062]

1) a 15% gratuity is added to parties of 8 or more on a Priority seating arrangement. That number does include infants in the party because they have to be counted for fire code reasons, however, since the 15% is only figured on the pre tax amount that you spend, if you don't buy anything for the infant to eat, of course, you really aren't tipping for them. This is for Disney owned restaurants. Restaurants such as Portobello Yacht Club, Fultons, and Rainforest, and possibly others not owned or operated by Disney add up to a 17% gratuity, and it may be on a party less than 8.

2) yes, you may request separate checks, but if the arrangements are made under one priority seating number, the above still applies. Also, let the server know before you order that you will need separate checks and who is to be included on each.

3) Children under the age of 3 dine free, however, that too may depend on the restaurant. Ask at the time you make your priority seating arrangements.

Hope this helps!