💰 Tip Calculator
Calculate tips for restaurants, services, and travel with bill splitting options. Learn proper tipping etiquette worldwide and ensure fair gratuity for excellent service.
💰 Tip Amount
$9.00
18% gratuity
🧾 Bill Breakdown
👥 Split Bill Details
🌍 Tipping Culture
🍽️ Restaurant Tipping Guide
| Service Quality |
Tip Percentage |
When to Use |
| 😞 Poor |
10-12% |
Slow service, mistakes |
| 😐 Average |
15-16% |
Standard service |
| 😊 Good |
18-20% |
Attentive, friendly |
| 🌟 Excellent |
20-22% |
Above and beyond |
| 🏆 Exceptional |
25%+ |
Outstanding experience |
💰 Understanding Tipping Culture
Tipping practices vary significantly around the world and across different service industries. Understanding local customs and appropriate tip amounts ensures you show proper appreciation for good service while respecting cultural norms.
🌍 Global Tipping Standards
| Country |
Restaurant |
Taxi |
Hotel |
Tipping Culture |
| 🇺🇸 United States |
18-25% |
15-20% |
$1-5 per service |
Expected, part of wages |
| 🇨🇦 Canada |
15-20% |
10-15% |
$2-5 per service |
Expected, similar to US |
| 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
10-15% |
10% |
£1-2 per service |
Appreciated, not mandatory |
| 🇦🇺 Australia |
10% |
Round up |
$2-5 per service |
Optional, for good service |
| 🇩🇪 Germany |
5-10% |
Round up |
€1-2 per service |
Round up to nearest euro |
| 🇫🇷 France |
5-10% |
Round up |
€1-2 per service |
Service charge included |
| 🇯🇵 Japan |
Not expected |
Not expected |
Not expected |
Can be considered rude |
🏨 Service-Specific Tipping Guidelines
| Service Type |
Standard Tip |
Excellent Service |
Special Considerations |
| 🍽️ Fine Dining |
20-22% |
25%+ |
Higher expectations |
| 🍕 Casual Dining |
15-18% |
20% |
Standard service |
| 🚚 Food Delivery |
15-20% |
20%+ |
Weather, distance matter |
| 🍺 Bartender |
$1-2 per drink |
20% of tab |
Complex cocktails = more |
| 🚕 Taxi/Rideshare |
15-20% |
20%+ |
Help with luggage = more |
| 🏨 Hotel Housekeeping |
$2-5 per night |
$5-10 per night |
Leave daily, not at end |
| 🛎️ Hotel Concierge |
$5-20 |
$20-50 |
Based on service complexity |
| 💇♀️ Hair Salon |
15-20% |
20-25% |
Tip stylist and assistants |
💡 Smart Tipping Strategies
| Situation |
Strategy |
Tip Amount |
Reasoning |
| 🎉 Large Group (6+) |
Check for auto-gratuity |
18-20% if not included |
More work for server |
| 🍷 Wine Service |
Tip on wine separately |
15-20% on wine cost |
Sommelier expertise |
| 🎁 Comped Items |
Tip on original price |
Based on full value |
Server still provided service |
| 💳 Credit Card |
Add to card payment |
Standard percentage |
Easier tracking |
| 💵 Cash Tip |
Hand directly to server |
Round to nearest dollar |
Immediate, personal |
🚫 When NOT to Tip
| Situation |
Reason |
Alternative Action |
Cultural Context |
| 🏪 Counter Service |
No table service provided |
Tip jar optional |
US: $0.50-1 acceptable |
| 🍔 Fast Food |
Self-service model |
Not expected |
Wages not tip-dependent |
| ✈️ Flight Attendants |
Company policy prohibits |
Thank you note |
Professional service role |
| 🏥 Healthcare Workers |
Ethical concerns |
Thank you card/gift |
Professional boundaries |
| 🏛️ Government Employees |
May be illegal |
Positive feedback to supervisor |
Anti-corruption laws |
💡 Tipping Etiquette Tips
- 💵 Cash is King: Cash tips go directly to the server immediately
- 📱 Digital Payments: Many apps now include tip options
- 🧾 Check the Bill: Look for automatic gratuity on large parties
- ⭐ Tip on Service: Base tips on service quality, not food quality
- 🌍 Research Local Customs: Tipping varies greatly by country
- 💰 Budget for Tips: Include gratuity in your dining budget
- 🤝 Be Respectful: Poor service still deserves some tip (10-12%)
- 📝 Speak to Management: For serious service issues, talk to a manager
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