🇦🇷 Tipping & service charge in Argentina

Tipping is expected here. Tax is usually added at the till. A typical tip is 10–15%. Restaurants in Argentina don’t usually add a service charge. Menu prices normally include Tax (21%).

At a glance

Currency: ARS
Service charge: Usually none
Tax: 21% · included in prices
Tip: tip expected · 10–15%

Popular ways to pay friends back: Mercado Pago, Transferencia.

Example: dinner for 4

A ARS 80,000 dinner for 4 comes to ARS 88,000 with the usual charges — ARS 22,000 per person.

Food & drinks	ARS 80,000
Tip	ARS 8,000
Total	ARS 88,000
Each pays (4 people)	ARS 22,000

Split a bill in Argentina

Frequently asked questions

Do you tip in Argentina?

Tipping is expected here. Tax is usually added at the till. A typical tip is 10–15%.

Is there a service charge in Argentina?

Restaurants in Argentina don’t usually add a service charge.

Is tax included in restaurant prices in Argentina?

Menu prices normally include Tax (21%).

Typical values only — rates vary by city, state and restaurant. Always check your receipt.