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- Sit-down restaurants — 15-20% (18-20% for good service)
- Buffet — 10%
- Takeout/counter service — 0-10% (optional but appreciated)
- Delivery — 15-20% or at least $3-5
- Hair salon/barber — 15-20%
- Taxi/rideshare — 15-20%
- Hotel housekeeping — $2-5 per night
When to Tip More or Less
- Large groups (6+) — many restaurants add an automatic 18-20% gratuity.
- Exceptional service — 25%+ shows genuine appreciation.
- Poor service — 10-15%. Speak to a manager if there is a serious problem rather than leaving no tip.
- Happy hour/discounts — tip on the pre-discount amount.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Should I tip on tax or pre-tax amount?
Etiquette experts recommend tipping on the pre-tax subtotal. However, the difference is small — tipping on the total bill (including tax) is fine and simpler to calculate.
Is 15% still an acceptable tip?
15% used to be standard but 18-20% is now the norm for sit-down dining in the U.S. 15% is acceptable for average service, but servers depend heavily on tips — 20% is the kind standard.
How do I split the bill fairly when people ordered different amounts?
The simplest approach: split evenly and round up. If orders are very different, use separate checks. For mixed groups, have higher spenders chip in a few extra dollars rather than calculating to the penny.