How much should you tip?
Tipping norms vary, but in the US 15–20% is standard for table service: 15% for adequate service, 18–20% for good service, 20%+ for excellent. Many restaurants add an automatic 18–20% gratuity for parties of 6–8 or more — check the bill before tipping twice. For takeout and counter service, tipping is optional; 10% is a generous gesture.
How to split the bill
Enter the pre-tax bill, set the tip slider, and choose how many people are splitting. The calculator shows the tip amount, the grand total, and what each person owes. Toggle round up to avoid awkward cents when settling in cash.
Should you tip on tax?
Etiquette says tip on the pre-tax subtotal. In practice the difference is small (a few cents on a typical bill), so most people tip on the total out of convenience. This calculator lets you enter tax separately and tips on the pre-tax amount by default.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good tip percentage?
In the US: 15% adequate, 18–20% good, 20%+ excellent. In much of Europe and Asia, service is included and rounding up is enough — check local norms when traveling.
Do I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax total?
Traditionally pre-tax. The difference is usually under a dollar, so either is fine socially.
How do I split a bill evenly?
Add tip (and tax) to get the grand total, then divide by the number of people. Use the round-up option to get clean per-person amounts.
What about large groups?
Restaurants often auto-add 18–20% gratuity for 6+ diners. Look for “service charge” on the bill before adding more.
Is the tip calculated before or after discounts?
Before — tip on the original subtotal, not the discounted price. Your server did the same work.