Tip Split Calculator

In the US, 15-20% is standard for sit-down restaurants. 20% has become the new baseline for good service. For exceptional service, 25-30% is generous. For takeout, 10-15% is common. Remember that servers in most US states earn well below minimum wage and rely on tips.

Etiquette experts say tipping on the pre-tax amount is correct, but tipping on the post-tax total is increasingly common and more generous. The difference is usually small — on a $100 meal with 8% tax, it's only about $1.60 difference at 20%.

For significantly different orders, each person can calculate their share plus an equal portion of the tip. Alternatively, apps like Splitwise or Venmo make it easy. For small differences, most friend groups just split evenly — it averages out over time.