Tip Calculator — Restaurant & Service Tips

Calculate tips and split bills between multiple people. Choose your tip percentage.

Last updated: April 2026 · Source: GOV.UK — Tips, gratuities and service charges

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Disclaimer

This calculator is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as financial or tax advice. All calculations are performed locally in your browser — no personal data is collected or sent to our servers. Rates and thresholds are sourced from HMRC and GOV.UK and are updated for the current tax year. Always verify results with HMRC or consult a qualified professional before making financial decisions.

How It Works

Tipping in the UK is discretionary, not mandatory. A typical restaurant tip is 10–12.5% of the bill, though this varies by establishment and region. Many restaurants add an optional service charge of 12.5%, which you can ask to have removed if the service was poor.

For other services, UK customs differ from American expectations. Taxi drivers are usually tipped by rounding up to the nearest pound. Hairdressers typically receive £2–£5. Hotel porters may get £1–£2 per bag. There is no expectation to tip in pubs, cafes or for takeaway orders.

Since October 2024, the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act requires employers to pass 100% of tips to staff. This calculator shows tip amounts at common UK percentages and lets you adjust based on the service you received.

Example: Restaurant bill of £85 for two people

  1. At 10%: tip = £8.50, total = £93.50
  2. At 12.5%: tip = £10.63, total = £95.63
  3. At 15%: tip = £12.75, total = £97.75
  4. Per person at 12.5%: £47.82 each

Source: GOV.UK — Tips, gratuities and service charges

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Tip Calculator — Restaurant & Service Tips do?
Calculate tips and split bills between multiple people. Choose your tip percentage. All calculations are performed in your browser using official UK rates and thresholds.
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