Question 1

How much should I tip at a restaurant?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 3

How do I split the tip when splitting a bill?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 4

Is 15% still a good tip?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 5

Do I need to tip for takeout?

Accepted Answer

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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