Restaurant Tip Calculator
Calculate fast, accurate restaurant gratuities at 15%, 18%, 20%, 22%, and 25%, isolate pre-tax subtotals, and split totals evenly across guests.
Standard Restaurant Gratuity Formula
Pre-Tax Subtotal = Bill / (1 + Tax Rate); Tip = Pre-Tax Subtotal × (Tip % / 100); Total/Guest = (Bill + Tip) / Guests- Pre-Tax Isolation: Automatically strips out sales taxes when entering a tax-inclusive final bill total.
- Standard Benchmark Tiers: Displays instant quick-reference totals for 15%, 18%, 20%, 22%, and 25%.
- Rounding Options: Support for rounding tip or grand total to even dollar amounts.
Step-by-Step Worked Example
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How to Use This Calculator
Assumptions & Limitations
- Standard US full-service restaurant baseline tipping ranges from 18% to 20%.
- Even split assumes all guests contribute identical shares.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the standard tipping percentage in US restaurants in 2026?
In the US, 18% to 20% of the pre-tax bill is standard for good full-service sit-down dining. For exceptional service, 22% to 25% is common; for buffet or self-service, 10% to 15% is customary.
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