Is tipping expected in the Republic of Ireland?

Answer 1

No tipping is not expected, normally what price you see is the price that you pay and no more. Also its normal in Ireland to pay for each drink at a bar as you receive it, as opposed to opening a "tab" like in America.

Answer 2

Not always. Usually it is the choice of the customer. A service charge is often in a restaurant bill. People can leave a separate tip too if they want. In a pub there are often staff on the floor taking orders. They do not have to be tipped, but again some people will tip them sometimes. The same applies to many other services.