🇬🇧 Tipping & service charge in United Kingdom

Tipping is appreciated but optional, typically around 10%. A typical tip is 10–15%. Restaurants in United Kingdom often add a 12.5% service charge to the bill. Menu prices normally include VAT (20%).

At a glance

Currency: GBP
Service charge: 12.5%
VAT: 20% · included in prices
Tip: tip optional · 10–15%

Popular ways to pay friends back: Bank transfer, Monzo, Revolut, PayPal.

Example: dinner for 4

A £140 dinner for 4 comes to £157.50 with the usual charges — £39.38 per person.

Food & drinks	£140
Service charge 12.5%	£17.50
Total	£157.50
Each pays (4 people)	£39.38

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Frequently asked questions

Do you tip in United Kingdom?

Tipping is appreciated but optional, typically around 10%. A typical tip is 10–15%.

Is there a service charge in United Kingdom?

Restaurants in United Kingdom often add a 12.5% service charge to the bill.

Is tax included in restaurant prices in United Kingdom?

Menu prices normally include VAT (20%).

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