Tip Calculator
Enter the bill amount, tip percentage, and number of people to instantly see the tip, total, and per-person split. Quick preset buttons help for common tip rates.
How Tip Calculator works
How to calculate a tip
Multiply the bill amount by the tip percentage divided by 100. For a £65 bill with a 12.5% tip: £65 × 0.125 = £8.13 (rounded). Add the tip to the bill to get the total: £65 + £8.13 = £73.13. To split equally, divide the total by the number of diners.
Tipping culture in the UK
Tipping is customary in UK restaurants but not mandatory. The typical range is 10–15% for table service; 12.5% is common and often added automatically as a service charge. You can ask for the service charge to be removed if you were unhappy with the service. There is no obligation to tip in fast food, cafés, or takeaways. Bar staff are not typically tipped unless in a restaurant bar setting.
Service charges and tips
Many UK restaurants add a discretionary service charge (typically 12.5%) to the bill. When this is present, there is no expectation of an additional tip. Check whether the service charge goes entirely to staff — since 2024, the Employment (Allocation of Tips) Act requires employers to pass all service charges and tips to workers. You can ask the restaurant how tips are distributed.
Splitting the bill
The fairest split is to divide the total bill (including tip) by the number of people. If some diners want to pay for individual items, total each person's items first, add the proportional share of the tip, and sum. For large groups, it often simplifies things to add the tip first and then divide equally.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I tip at a restaurant in the UK?
10–15% is customary for good service at a sit-down restaurant. 12.5% is the most common standard in major UK cities. You are not obligated to tip if service was poor, or if a service charge was already included. Tipping is optional — it is a gesture of appreciation, not a requirement.
Do I have to pay the service charge?
A discretionary service charge can legally be refused if you are unhappy with the service. Ask the server or manager to remove it before paying. A compulsory service charge (rare) must be paid. Check your bill carefully — the words "discretionary" or "optional" mean you can decline.
What is 12.5% of my bill?
To calculate 12.5% of any amount, multiply by 0.125. For example, 12.5% of £80 is £80 × 0.125 = £10. Or: find 10% (move the decimal one place left), then add half of that. 10% of £80 is £8; half is £4; 12.5% is £8 + £4 = £12. Add this to the bill for the total.
How do I split the bill with different orders?
Each person adds up their own items. Calculate the total bill (excluding tip), work out each person's share as a percentage of the total, and apply that same percentage to the tip. For example, if you ordered 40% of the food bill, you pay 40% of the tip. For simplicity, many groups split the tip equally even when individual orders vary.
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