A tip calculator figures out how much to leave at restaurants, bars, taxis, hotels, and delivery services. The standard US tip is 15-20% for sit-down service, 10% for takeout, $1-2 per drink at the bar. In Canada, 15-20% is also standard. This free calculator handles the math instantly and lets you split the bill evenly or by custom amounts.
Enter the bill amount, choose a tip percentage, add the number of people, and we'll show the tip, total, and per-person share. You can also round the total up or down. Works for any currency — just type the amount and the currency symbol.
20-25% is now standard. Anything less is seen as a slight. The trend has been creeping up from 15% to 18% to 20% over the past decade.
18-20% standard for restaurants. 15% is considered tight. 25%+ for exceptional service or upscale dining.
18-20% standard. Same as the US, but in some provinces servers earn regular minimum wage (~$15-17/hr) so the tip dynamic is different.
10-15% standard (propina). Sometimes included as "servicio" on the bill. Check before adding more.
15-20% for restaurant service (18% standard, 20%+ for great service). 10-15% for delivery. $1-2 per drink at bars. $2-5 for housekeeping. The standard has crept up to 18-20% in most US cities in 2026.
Yes, 15-20% is standard in Canadian restaurants. Same as the US. Some provinces have minimum wage considerations but tipping is still expected for table service.
In the US and Canada, not tipping is considered very rude for table service. Servers often earn $2-3/hour base wage and depend on tips for their livelihood. For counter service, coffee shops, and fast food, tipping is optional but appreciated (a dollar or two).
15-20% for food delivery, with a minimum of $3-5. More in bad weather, long distance, or large orders. Pre-COVID was 10-15% but expectations have shifted upward.
In the US and Canada, 18-22% is standard for sit-down service (most check presenters default to 20%). 15% is acceptable for mediocre service. Below 10% signals real dissatisfaction. For delivery, $3-5 or 15% (whichever is higher) is standard.
Tip on the pre-tax amount (the subtotal before tax). The tax goes to the government, not the server. So if your bill is $50 + $4 tax = $54, a 20% tip is $10, not $10.80.
No. Tipping is expected in the US, Canada, and some Caribbean / Latin American countries. In most of Europe, Australia, and Asia, tipping is not expected (or 5-10% is generous). When traveling, check local customs.
Check your receipt — 'gratuity included' or 'service charge' means no additional tip is expected (though 5% extra for exceptional service is appreciated). Most restaurants only auto-include for parties of 6+.
Not required, but $1-2 or 10% is appreciated for counter service. Tip jars are common — tip when someone made your experience easier, not out of obligation. Coffee shops and fast casual: $1 or round up the change.