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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.

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1person

Tip

$9.00

Total

$59.00

Author's note: a quick trick for 15%: look at the tax line on the bill (≈ 15%) and tip about that amount.

What this calculator includes

  • Tip calculated on the amount before tax
  • 15%, 18% and 20% presets
  • Split the bill between several people
  • The tip and total per person

Sources and references

Government of Quebec — minimum wage (tipped employees)quebec.ca

The 15–20% ranges reflect common social custom in Quebec, not a legal obligation. The tip is at your discretion.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Your questions about this tool

Answers to the questions readers ask most often about this calculator — what it computes, the figures used, and how to use it.

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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?+
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?+
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?+
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?+
No. The calculation runs entirely in your browser: no information is sent to or stored on our servers.
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