Tip calculator
Calculate the tip on the pre-tax amount and split the bill across several people. To understand tipping customs in Quebec, read the tipping at restaurants guide.
Tip
$9.00
Total
$59.00
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Suggested tips on payment terminals, pre-tax vs post-tax calculation, and tipping customs.
Frequently asked questions
How much should you tip at a restaurant in Quebec?
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How much should you tip at a restaurant in Quebec?
+The norm at a sit-down restaurant is 15% to 20% on the pre-tax amount. 15% for adequate service, 18% for good service, 20% and up for excellent service. For a coffee to go or a counter, a tip is appreciated but optional.
Is the tip calculated before or after tax?
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Is the tip calculated before or after tax?
+By convention, the tip is calculated on the pre-tax amount. Since taxes already add 14.975%, tipping on the tax-included total means giving a bit more. This calculator uses the pre-tax amount by default.
Is tipping mandatory?
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Is tipping mandatory?
+No, it is not legally required, but it is deeply rooted in the culture. Service staff are paid taking tips into account, so leaving nothing after a sit-down meal is very poorly viewed, except for a serious service problem.
When do you not leave a tip?
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When do you not leave a tip?
+You generally do not tip for counter service with no interaction (grocery, pharmacy), or for government services. Payment terminals sometimes suggest a tip in contexts where none is expected: you can choose "none" without any awkwardness.
Is my data saved?
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Is my data saved?
+No. The calculation runs entirely in your browser: no information is sent to or stored on our servers.
Related guides
Tipping at Restaurants and Elsewhere in Quebec
Tipping in Quebec: how much to tip at restaurants, bars, taxis and salons, how to calculate it on the pre-tax amount, and why it is expected.
Grocery Stores in Quebec: A Practical Guide
Grocery shopping in Quebec: comparing IGA, Metro, Maxi and Super C, how to save money, and where to find international products.
Sources and references
The 15–20% ranges reflect common social custom in Quebec, not a legal obligation. The tip is at your discretion.
Author's note: a quick trick for 15%: look at the tax line on the bill (≈ 15%) and tip about that amount.