Tipping in Argentina
ARSLast reviewed · Jul 2026
At restaurants, 10% is the standard tip for good sit-down service, and it is never included on the bill. A line for cubierto or servicio de mesa is a cover charge, not your tip. Hand cash in pesos (ARS) when you can, or ask to add the tip before paying by card.
Tipping customaryQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:10%
Exceptional:15-20%
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+Tips are not included on the bill
+"Cubierto" or "servicio de mesa" is a cover charge, not a tip
−Skip the tip if service was poor
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+Long trip or luggage help
−Most rides only need rounding up
How to tip in Argentina
•Hand the tip directly to the server
•Tip in ARS
•If paying by card, ask to add the tip before paying
Quick tips
Tip not included on bill
Cubierto or servicio de mesa is cover charge not tip
Tip in ARS
More tipping situations (8)
Delivery5%
Hairdresser / Barber10%
Spa & Massage10-15%
Hotel StaffSmall cash tip
Tour guides10-15%
Valet ParkingSmall cash tip
Airport ServicesSmall cash tip
Car Services / UberRound up
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