How much should I tip at a restaurant?

In the US, 15-20% of the pre-tax bill is standard. 20% or more for excellent service. In many other countries, tipping is not expected or is included in the bill.

Should I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?

Etiquette says tip on the pre-tax subtotal. In practice, most people tip on the total including tax. Either is acceptable.

How do I split the tip when splitting a bill?

The simplest method: split the total (bill + tip) equally. If people ordered different amounts, split the bill proportionally and add the same tip percentage to each share.

Is 15% still a good tip?

15% is acceptable for standard service. 18-20% has become the norm for good service in the US as of 2026. Below 15% is generally considered a sign of dissatisfaction.

Do I need to tip for takeout?

Tipping for takeout is optional. 10% is a generous gesture, especially for large or complex orders. It's not expected the way dine-in tipping is.

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How to Calculate a Tip

1
Check your bill total
Look at the pre-tax subtotal on your receipt. In most cases, you should tip on the pre-tax amount.
2
Choose your tip percentage
15-20% is standard in the US. Use our service quality presets or enter a custom percentage.
3
Enter the number of people
If splitting the bill, enter how many people are paying. The calculator divides the tip evenly.
4
Review the per-person amount
Each person's share includes their portion of the bill plus their share of the tip.

Tipping Guide by Service Type

Service	Tip Range	Note
Restaurant (sit-down)	15-20%	20% for excellent service
Delivery (DoorDash, Uber Eats)	15-20%	$5 minimum for short distances
Hair salon / barber	15-25%	Higher for complex styles
Nail salon	15-20%	Tip each technician separately
Tattoo artist	15-25%	20%+ for multi-hour sessions
Hotel housekeeping	$2-5/night	Leave daily, not at checkout
Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)	15-20%	$2 minimum for short trips
Coffee shop / counter	$1-2 or 10-15%	Optional but appreciated

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