How much should I tip at a restaurant?

In the US, 18–20% of the pre-tax bill is customary at a sit-down restaurant. 15% is the low end; 20%+ rewards great service.

How do you calculate a tip?

Multiply the bill by the tip percentage. For a 20% tip on $50, that's $50 × 0.20 = $10, for a $60 total. To split, divide the total by the number of people.

Do you tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?

Tipping on the pre-tax subtotal is standard and perfectly polite. Tipping on the post-tax total is a little more generous.

Free tip calculator

Tip calculator — split the bill, tip fairly, in seconds

Enter your bill, pick a tip, and split it across the table. No sign-up, no app — just a fast, fair answer. Great for restaurants, bars, salons, taxis and delivery.

Bill amount

Tip percentage

18%

Split between

people

Round the total up to the nearest dollar

Each person pays $29.50

Tip$9.00

Total with tip$59.00

Tip per person$9.00

A 18% tip on $50.00.

Quick reference

How much should you tip?

Where	Customary tip (US)
Sit-down restaurant	18–20% of the pre-tax bill
Bar / bartender	$1–2 per drink or 15–20% of the tab
Coffee counter / takeout	Optional — round up or 10%
Food delivery	15–20% (min ~$3–5)
Taxi / rideshare	10–15%
Hair salon / barber	15–20% per stylist
Hotel housekeeping	$2–5 per night
Valet	$2–5 at drop-off or pickup

Norms vary by country and situation. See our full tipping culture guide for etiquette in the US, Europe, Asia and beyond — or the deep dives on restaurants, hotels and salons & spas.

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