Tip Calculator — Calculate Restaurant Tips and Split the Bill
Free tip calculator. Quickly calculate restaurant tip, total bill, and split the cost between any number of people. Standard tip percentages built in.
A tip calculator takes the maths out of restaurant bills, especially when you are dining with a group. It calculates the tip amount, adds it to your bill, and can split the total fairly between any number of people.
Our tip calculator lets you pick a percentage from the presets, then shows the tip, the total and the amount per person. It is fast and works on your phone right at the table.
Tips and service charges in the UK
In the UK, tipping is discretionary. Many restaurants add a service charge to the bill, and some include it in their prices, so check your bill before adding anything on top. Who receives a service charge, and whether it can be removed, depends on the venue, so ask if you are unsure.
This calculator applies the percentage you choose to the amount you enter, so enter the figure you want the tip based on, for example the food and drink total shown on the bill. Choose any percentage that suits you, including a small one.
Tipping around the world
Tipping customs vary by country and by type of service, and in some places tipping is not expected at all. Check local customs before you travel.
How to use this calculator
- Enter the bill amount.
- Choose a tip percentage.
- Optionally enter the number of people splitting the bill.
- See the tip amount, total bill, and per-person amount.
Worked example: £87.50 bill, 20% tip, split 4 ways
Tip amount: £87.50 × 0.20 = £17.50.
Total bill: £87.50 + £17.50 = £105.00.
Per person: £105.00 ÷ 4 = £26.25 each.
Frequently asked questions
Should I tip on VAT?
There is no fixed rule. Prices on UK bills normally already include VAT, so a tip is usually based on the bill total. The calculator applies the percentage to whatever amount you enter.
Do I tip on takeaway?
Tipping on a takeaway is optional. If you would like to leave something, choose a percentage that suits you.
What if service was bad?
Tipping is discretionary, so you can leave a smaller tip or none. If a service charge has been added to the bill, you can ask the venue about it. For a real problem, speak to the manager.