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Free Tip Calculator

Free restaurant tip calculator with tax and an even bill split. Enter a bill, pick a gratuity percentage, then see the total and per-person amount.

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Your restaurant bill and results stay in this browser. No account is required.

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Tip percentage calculator

Choose a quick percentage or enter your own. The total updates immediately as you type.

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Tax calculator

Choose whether to calculate the tip before or after sales tax. Before tax is selected by default.

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Split bill calculator

Every share is calculated in cents, so your group total never misses a penny.

FAQ

Tip Calculator FAQ

How much are you supposed to tip at a buffet?

Around 10% is common at a buffet where you serve yourself. At a full-service restaurant, 15–20% is customary.

Should you tip on the subtotal or the total?

Etiquette usually bases a tip on the pre-tax subtotal. This calculator supports both pre-tax and post-tax tipping.

Is it rude not to tip in Canada?

Canada is similar to the United States, where 15–20% is customary. In Mexico, 10–15% is common.

How do I split a bill evenly among friends?

Enter the total and number of people, and the calculator splits the amount precisely to the cent.