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Are tips normal in Europe?

At restaurants in Europe, check the menu to see if service is included. If it isn’t, a 5 to 10 percent tip is normal. Skip the tip if service is bad. Unlike in the United States, where leaving a small tip for bad service can feel mean, skipping the tip when you’re unhappy is perfectly acceptable in Europe.

Is tipping in Europe illegal?

Germany, Ireland, Portugal, and the United Kingdom do not have a strong tipping culture so leaving gratuity is up to you. The rule of thumb is to leave a 5-10\% tip unless a charge is included in the bill or the service is really bad.

Why is tipping bad in Europe?

Tipping in Europe is nothing like tipping in the US. Most countries in Europe pay the staff minimum wage at the least. Don’t feel guilted into tipping on bad service, and don’t tip if the place is self-service. However, different countries have different customs when it comes to restaurants, bars, taxis, and hotels.

What country is it disrespectful to tip?

Tipping has long been considered a rude practice in China, although that mindset is slowly changing. Generally tips aren’t expected at local spots, but service charges have become more common in tourist areas. Hong Kong is the exception, where tipping is a more common practice.

Do we tip in Germany?

There is no hard and fast rule about the acceptable amount to tip in Germany. The general custom is a nominal tip, as indicated by the German word for tip (Trinkgeld, or money for a drink). Many people simply round off the bill to the next euro or add a couple more, which is perfectly acceptable.

Do people tip in Germany?

Do people tip at restaurants in Europe?

Restaurants. In most casual restaurants across Europe, you can leave a few extra euros as a tip for your waiter if you’re pleased with their service. A tip of 5\% is fair, and a tip of 10\% is quite generous. Tips are not usually accepted on credit cards and if they are, it’s unlikely that your waiter will see any of it.

Which country doesn’t like tips?

Finland. Service is always included in bills, so no tipping is required or expected in Finland.