Utilities

US Tipping Etiquette

Navigating tipping in the United States can be tricky. Because the federal minimum wage for tipped employees is lower than the standard minimum wage, service workers rely heavily on gratuities. As a general rule of thumb in sit-down restaurants, 15% is considered the minimum for average service, 18-20% is standard for good service, and 25% is reserved for exceptional service.

How to Split the Bill

When dining with groups, the easiest way to handle the check is an even split. Simply enter the total bill amount and the number of people dining into the tool above to generate an exact "Total Per Person."