Restaurant tipping

Restaurant tip calculator & quick guide.

Calculate a restaurant tip, then adjust it based on the situation and local customs.

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How much should you tip?

For U.S. table service, many diners use roughly 18%–20% as a starting point and adjust for service quality and local customs. TipNTax is a calculation tool, not a rule.

Tip before or after tax?

Some diners calculate gratuity from the pre-tax subtotal while others use the after-tax amount. Our full tip calculator supports either method.