Question 1

How much should I tip at a restaurant?

Accepted Answer

The standard tip at a US restaurant is 15-20% for good service. 10% is acceptable for poor service, 18% is the norm for average service, 20% for great service, and 25% or more for exceptional service. In some cities like New York, 20% is considered the baseline.

Question 2

Do I tip on the pre-tax or post-tax amount?

Accepted Answer

Tipping on the pre-tax amount is technically correct and slightly reduces the tip. However, most people tip on the total bill including tax for simplicity. The difference is small -- on a $100 bill with 8% tax, tipping 20% on pre-tax gives $20 vs $21.60 on post-tax.

Question 3

How do I split a bill evenly?

Accepted Answer

Enter the total bill amount, select your tip percentage, then enter the number of people. The calculator divides the total (bill + tip) equally among all diners and shows each person's share.

Question 4

How much do you tip for delivery?

Accepted Answer

For food delivery, tip 15-20% of the order total or a minimum of $3-5 for small orders. For grocery delivery, $5-10 is standard. Always tip in cash when possible as some apps do not pass 100% of digital tips to drivers.

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