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Tip Calculator
Calculate restaurant tips easily with our free tip calculator. Split bills among friends, calculate tip percentages (15%, 18%, 20%), compare service quality ratings, and find the total bill amount instantly with per-person breakdown.
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About this tool
Calculate restaurant tips quickly and accurately with our free tip calculator. Enter your bill amount and tip percentage to instantly see the tip amount and total bill. Our calculator supports common tip percentages (10%, 15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) plus custom amounts, making it perfect for dining out, food delivery, taxi rides, or any service requiring a tip.
Dining with friends? Use the bill splitting feature to divide the total evenly among your group. Enter the number of people, and the calculator shows each person's share including tip. No more awkward math at the table or confusion about who owes what - get precise amounts for everyone instantly.
Our tip calculator helps you tip appropriately based on service quality and local customs. The pre-set percentages (15% for adequate service, 18% for good service, 20% for excellent service, 25% for outstanding service) align with standard tipping etiquette in the United States. Adjust the percentage for your country's tipping customs or special circumstances.
All calculations are instant and private - no data leaves your browser. The calculator works perfectly on phones for quick calculations at restaurants, making it your go-to tool for stress-free tipping and bill splitting.
Usage examples
Restaurant Dinner for Two
Bill: $85.50, Service: Excellent (20% tip)
Tip: $17.10, Total: $102.60. Each person pays: $51.30 (if splitting evenly between 2)
Lunch with Coworkers
Bill: $120.00, Service: Good (18% tip), Split: 4 people
Tip: $21.60, Total: $141.60. Each person pays: $35.40
Quick Coffee Service
Bill: $12.75, Counter Service (15% tip)
Tip: $1.91, Total: $14.66. Round up to $15 for easy payment
Fine Dining Experience
Bill: $245.00, Outstanding Service (25% tip), Split: 2 couples (4 people)
Tip: $61.25, Total: $306.25. Each person pays: $76.56
Food Delivery Order
Bill: $45.80, Delivery Service (20% tip)
Tip: $9.16, Total: $54.96. Many round to $55 or $60 for convenience
How to use
- Select a Quick Start Preset (Custom, Quick Service, Standard Service, Excellent Service, or Large Party)
- Or enter the bill amount before tip manually
- Choose service quality (poor, fair, good, excellent, outstanding) for automatic percentage
- Or select your custom tip percentage
- Enter the number of people splitting the bill (default is 1)
- Click "Run Tool" to calculate tip and total amounts instantly
- View tip amount, total bill, per-person breakdown, and service rating
- Compare common tip percentages (15%, 18%, 20%) side by side
- Use rounded total for convenient cash payment
- Copy any result to clipboard for easy sharing
Benefits
- Instant tip calculation - results appear as you type
- Pre-set tip percentages (10%, 15%, 18%, 20%, 25%) for quick selection
- Custom tip percentage option for any amount
- Bill splitting feature - divide total among any number of people
- Shows tip amount, total bill, and per-person amounts
- No ads or registration required
- Works perfectly on mobile phones for restaurant use
- Complete privacy - calculations never leave your device
- Bookmark and use offline
- Free forever with no limitations
FAQs
When should I tip more than the standard percentage?
Tip more (25-30% or higher) for exceptional service, difficult requests handled well, large parties (6+ people), complicated orders, peak hours when staff is busy, or when servers go above and beyond. Also consider tipping extra during holidays, for regular spots you frequent, or in expensive cities where cost of living is high.
When is it okay to tip less than 15%?
Tip less only for genuinely poor service directly caused by your server - like rudeness, wrong orders not corrected, or excessive wait times when not busy. Before tipping low, consider: was it the kitchen's fault? Was the restaurant understaffed? Did the server try to fix issues? If problems weren't server-related, tip normally and speak to management instead.
What is a standard tip percentage at restaurants?
In the United States, standard restaurant tips are 15-20% of the pre-tax bill. 15% is for adequate service, 18-20% for good to excellent service, and 25% or more for outstanding service. Tip percentages vary by country - some countries include service charges, while others don't have tipping customs.
Should I tip on the pre-tax or after-tax amount?
Tipping etiquette says to tip on the pre-tax amount, though many people tip on the total including tax for simplicity. The difference is small - on a $100 meal with 8% tax, tipping 20% on pre-tax ($20) vs post-tax ($21.60) is only $1.60. Choose what feels right to you.
How much should I tip for food delivery?
For food delivery, tip 15-20% of the order total, with a minimum of $3-5 even for small orders. Consider tipping more for difficult deliveries (bad weather, stairs, long distance). Many delivery apps suggest tip amounts, but you can adjust based on service quality.
Do I need to tip at coffee shops?
Coffee shop tipping is optional but appreciated. Common practice is $1 per drink or 15-20% of the order. Many customers tip using the tip jar or when paying with card. For barista-crafted specialty drinks, tipping is more expected than for simple brewed coffee.
How do I split a bill with tip among friends?
Use our calculator's split function: enter the bill amount, tip percentage, and number of people. The calculator shows each person's share including their portion of the tip. For example, a $120 bill with 20% tip ($24) split 4 ways is $36 per person ($30 meal + $6 tip).
Should I tip less for bad service?
If service is poor, it's acceptable to tip 10-15% or speak with management about the issue. However, consider whether the problem was the server's fault or kitchen/management issues beyond their control. Many servers rely on tips as primary income, so think carefully before tipping very low.
How much should I tip for takeout or pickup orders?
For takeout, 10% is customary if someone packed your order, handled special requests, or provided extra service. Some people don't tip for simple pickup orders. For complex orders or exceptional service, 15-20% is generous. Tip what feels appropriate for the level of service provided.
Does this calculator work for other services besides restaurants?
Yes! Use it for any service requiring tips - hair salons (15-20%), taxi/rideshare (15-20%), hotel housekeeping ($2-5 per night), valet ($2-5), spa services (15-20%), or delivery services (15-20%). Adjust the tip percentage based on service quality and local customs.
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