Tipping customs vary widely. In the US and Canada, 15–20% is expected. In the UK, 10–12% is common. In Malaysia, Singapore and most of Southeast Asia, tipping is not customary and sometimes even discouraged — service charge (usually 10%) is often included in the bill automatically.
The standard restaurant tip in the US is 15-20% for good service, and 20-25% for exceptional service. In the UK, 10-15% is typical. In many Asian countries, tipping is not expected or customary. Always factor in local customs when deciding on tip amount.
Tipping etiquette varies, but most people tip on the pre-tax subtotal. However, tipping on the post-tax total is also acceptable and makes the math simpler. The difference is usually small on a typical bill.
Add up the total including tax, add your tip, then divide by the number of people. For example: $120 bill + $24 tip (20%) = $144 total divided by 4 people = $36 each. This tip calculator does this automatically.
Tipping on delivery is standard. 10-20% is typical for home delivery. For app-based food delivery (Uber Eats, DoorDash), a $2-5 tip is considered fair. For counter-service pickup, tipping is optional but appreciated.
For taxis and rideshares like Uber or Lyft, 10-20% is the standard tip. Many apps let you set a default tip percentage. Exceptional service, help with luggage, or a very smooth ride warrants a higher tip.