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Tipping etiquette: should you tip on the original or discounted bill?
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Discounted bill$72.00
Tip on original (recommended)
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Tip on discounted (acceptable)
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Total (tip on original)
$86.40
Per person$86.40
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The Etiquette: Tip on Original or Discounted?
The widely accepted etiquette is: tip on the original (pre-discount) amount. The server provided the same quality of service regardless of your coupon — the discount is between you and the restaurant, not you and the server.
This is especially important for "server-dependent" discounts like Groupon deals, happy hour specials, and birthday comps. If the restaurant gives you a free dessert, consider it in your tip.
Tipping Guide by Country
| Country | Expected Tip | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| United States | 15-20% | Expected; servers rely on tips |
| Canada | 15-20% | Similar to US |
| United Kingdom | 10-15% | Optional but appreciated |
| France / Germany | 5-10% | Service often included; round up |
| Japan | 0% | Tipping can be considered rude |
| Australia | 0-10% | Not expected but appreciated |
| China | 0% | Not customary |
| Brazil | 10% | Usually included in the bill |
Frequently Asked Questions
Either is acceptable in the US. Tipping on pre-tax is technically correct (and is what etiquette experts recommend), but many people tip on the total for simplicity. The difference is usually small.
If the restaurant comps your meal entirely, it is standard to tip 15-20% of what the bill would have been. The server still did the work.
10% is a common guideline for takeout. During the pandemic, 15-20% became more common and many people have continued the practice.
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