How much should you tip at a restaurant?
Tipping customs vary widely around the world. In some countries, a tip of 10–20% is common, while in others tipping is not expected at all.
Below you can find a country-by-country guide to restaurant tipping, including typical tip amounts, service charges and situations where you should not tip.
💰 Restaurant Tipping by Country
Tipping in restaurants varies widely depending on the country. Here’s a quick overview:
- 🇺🇸 United States: 15–20% is commonly expected
- 🇪🇺 Europe: Often 5–10% or simply round up
- 🇫🇷 France: Service included (small extra optional)
- 🇯🇵 Japan: Tipping is generally not expected
- 🇨🇳 China: Usually not expected
- 🇧🇩 Bangladesh: 5–10% or round up
- 🇧🇷 Brazil: ~10% often included
- 🌎 Latin America: Often around 10%
- 🏨 Restaurants with service charge: Always check the bill
Before leaving a tip, check your bill
In many countries, restaurants already add a service charge or gratuity to the bill. Before adding another tip, check whether a service charge has already been included.
A service charge is not necessarily the same as a personal tip for your waiter, so local customs can matter.
Check List:
Service charge included? Check the bill.
Tip expected? Depends on the country.
Cash or card? This can vary.
Exceptional service? In many countries, an additional tip is optional.
👉 Check the full country guides for exact tipping rules.
Learn more about tipping customs worldwide at how-2-tip.com.
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