Tip Calculator — Split Bills and Calculate Tips Instantly

Standard restaurant tips are 15-20% for sit-down service. 15% is acceptable for average service, 18-20% for good service, and 25%+ for exceptional service. For takeout, 10-15% is appreciated but not required.

Move the decimal point one place left (10%), then double it. On a $45 bill: $4.50 × 2 = $9.00 tip. Or multiply the bill by 0.20 for exact results.

Tipping etiquette varies. Most people tip on the pre-tax total, but tipping on the post-tax amount is also acceptable and slightly more generous. The difference on a $50 bill is usually under $1.

Add the tip to the total bill, then divide by the number of people. This calculator does this automatically. For example: $120 bill + $24 tip (20%) = $144 ÷ 4 people = $36 each.

In the US, tipping is customary and often expected as servers may earn below minimum wage. In other countries, tipping customs vary widely. In Japan, tipping can actually be considered rude.

Even for poor service, many etiquette experts suggest leaving 10% rather than nothing, as servers often tip out bartenders and bussers. If service was truly unacceptable, speak to a manager.