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Tipping customs vary widely. In the US, 15–20% is expected at sit-down restaurants. In the UK, 10–12.5% is common but not obligatory, as many restaurants add a service charge automatically. In Japan and parts of Europe, tipping is unusual or even considered rude.
A service charge added to your bill goes to the restaurant and may be shared differently between staff. A discretionary cash tip given directly to your server more often stays with them. Always check if a service charge has already been added before tipping.
Consider 20% or more for exceptional service, large parties (where staff workload is higher), or when you're a regular who wants to show appreciation. It's also common to tip higher at lower-cost venues where staff earn less per table.
Splitting a bill evenly is simple but can feel unfair if people ordered very differently. Splitting by item is fairer but slower. For groups, many people prefer rounding up their share to simplify the maths.
In the UK and Ireland, tipping bar staff is far less common than in the US. However, rounding up or saying 'and one for yourself' (giving the cost of a drink as a tip) is appreciated and not unusual in local pubs.
Contactless and card payment machines increasingly prompt for a tip at a pre-set percentage. These tips do reach staff, but some machines default the prompt to a high percentage. Always check the amount before tapping.
Calculate how much to tip and split the bill between any number of people. Choose your currency, pick a tip percentage, and the result updates instantly.
£45 bill, 15% tip, 1 person
Tip: £6.75 | Total: £51.75
$80 bill, 18% tip, 4 people
Tip: $14.40 | Each pays: $23.60
€120 bill, 10% tip, 6 people
Tip: €12.00 | Each pays: €22.00
Tip on a £60 bill at 15%, split 3 ways
Each person pays £23.00 (including £3.00 tip)
The practice of tipping is believed to have originated in Tudor England, where tavern guests gave extra money to servants to ensure attentive service. In the US, tipping became widespread after the Civil War. Today tipping customs vary enormously — in Japan, leaving a tip is considered rude, while in the US, not tipping can be seen as an insult to the server.
In the UK, tipping is appreciated but not obligatory. 10–12.5% is the typical range for good service at a sit-down restaurant. Many restaurants automatically add a 12.5% discretionary service charge to the bill — always check before adding your own tip on top. For exceptional service, 15–20% is generous.
A service charge is added to your bill by the restaurant and is collected by the business, which may distribute it to staff in various ways — sometimes not at all to servers. A discretionary tip given in cash directly to your server is more likely to stay with them. If you want to ensure your money goes to the individual, hand cash directly rather than adding it to the card payment.
Enter the total bill, set your tip percentage, then enter the number of people splitting. The calculator shows the exact per-person share including the tip. For fairness, if people ordered very differently, you may prefer to pay for your own items and tip individually. However, splitting evenly keeps things simple for most meals among friends.
In the UK, VAT is already included in menu prices, so you are effectively tipping on the tax-inclusive amount — this is normal. In the US, where prices are shown before tax, most people calculate tips on the pre-tax subtotal, though some tip on the total. Either approach is acceptable; choose whichever feels right to you.
Tipping norms vary enormously by country. In the US, Canada, and Mexico, tipping at restaurants is strongly expected (15–20%). In the UK, France, and Australia, it is appreciated but optional. In Japan, South Korea, and many Scandinavian countries, tipping is uncommon and can even cause confusion or offence. Always research local customs before travelling.