Last updated: October 2026
How much should I tip? Calculate it in one tap
Short answer: 15–20% is standard for sit-down restaurants — 15% for adequate service, 18–20% for good service, 20%+ for excellent. Enter your bill above, pick a tip, and split the check fairly between everyone at the table.
Do you tip on the bill before or after tax?
Tip on the pre-tax subtotal — you're tipping for the service, not the tax. This calculator follows that convention: tip is computed on the bill amount, and tax is added separately afterward.
How the split math stays exact
Splitting $115.00 three ways gives $38.333… each — rounding everyone to $38.33 leaves a penny missing. The calculator divides the total in whole cents and distributes leftover pennies across the first shares, so everyone's amounts always add up to the exact total.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant?
In the US, 15-20% is standard for sit-down restaurants: 15% for adequate service, 18-20% for good service, 20%+ for excellent. Tip on the pre-tax amount. For takeout or counter service, 10% or a few dollars is common.
Do you tip on the bill before or after tax?
Etiquette says tip on the pre-tax subtotal — you're tipping for the service, not the tax. The calculator computes tip on the bill amount and adds tax separately, so it follows this convention.
How do you split a bill evenly between friends?
Enter the bill, tip and tax, then the number of people. The calculator divides the total in whole cents and distributes any leftover pennies across the first shares, so everyone's amounts add up to the exact total.
What is a good tip for 6 or more people?
Many restaurants add an automatic 18-20% gratuity for parties of 6 or 8+. Check the bill first — if auto-gratuity is already included, don't double-tip unless the service was exceptional.
How much do you tip for delivery?
15-20% of the order subtotal for food delivery, with a $3-5 minimum so short trips are worth the driver's time. Tip in cash when possible.