Tipping is expected and an essential part of service worker income. Tips often make up the majority of wages for restaurant staff.
Standard: 18-22% for good service. 15% for adequate, 25%+ for exceptional.
Standard tip: 18-22%
Full-service restaurants where you're seated and served. Tip on pre-tax total. For large parties (6+), gratuity may be automatically added (usually 18-20%).
Full service dining. 15% minimum, 25%+ for exceptional service.
$3-5 minimum. More for large orders, bad weather, or stairs.
20% is standard. Tip owner too if they cut your hair.
$2-5 for short rides. More for luggage help or long trips.
Leave daily (different staff). More for suites or extra requests.
$5 minimum. More for heavy bags or many items.
Tip when car is returned. More at fancy venues.
Optional but appreciated. More for complex drinks.
20% standard. Tip each technician separately if multiple.
Based on job difficulty. $20 for small, $50+ for large/difficult.
$5-10 per person for day tours. More for private tours.
Especially for difficult pets or extra services.