What is the normal percentage for gratuities?

What is the normal percentage for gratuities?

• A. 15% to 20%
• B. 10% to 15%
• C. 20% to 25%
• D. 5% to 10%

Answer: (A)

Tipping is a way to reward service, and the standard practice in many dining settings is 15% to 20% of the bill before tax. This range is used because it fairly compensates the server for their time and effort and reflects what customers expect for normal, good service. If service is exceptional, tipping above 20% is common; if service is lacking, some choose to tip less, though many places will have policy or management guidance. Also, be aware that some restaurants automatically add a service charge for large groups, so the bill may already include gratuity. Ten to fifteen percent is generally considered a bit low for standard service, twenty to twenty-five percent is a higher end or exceptional-tips scenario, and five to ten percent is typically below the norm.

Tipping is a way to reward service, and the standard practice in many dining settings is 15% to 20% of the bill before tax. This range is used because it fairly compensates the server for their time and effort and reflects what customers expect for normal, good service. If service is exceptional, tipping above 20% is common; if service is lacking, some choose to tip less, though many places will have policy or management guidance. Also, be aware that some restaurants automatically add a service charge for large groups, so the bill may already include gratuity.

Ten to fifteen percent is generally considered a bit low for standard service, twenty to twenty-five percent is a higher end or exceptional-tips scenario, and five to ten percent is typically below the norm.