Do I need to tip in Australia?

You do not have to tip in Australia; a small extra is usually for standout service only.

How much should I tip in restaurants, bars, and taxis in Australia?

In restaurants, rounding up the bill is common. Bars and taxis usually just round up.

What counts as a bigger tip for exceptional service in Australia?

For restaurants, around 10% is common for exceptional service (up to 10% is for good service, not standard).

Anything else to know about paying or leaving tips in Australia?

You can opt out). Delivery gig workers often tipped.

Tipping in Australia

AUDLast reviewed · Jul 2026

Workers earn normal wages, so there is no tipping obligation at restaurants or bars. Round up or leave up to 10% only when you want to reward standout service. You can decline optional service charges if a venue adds one without telling you.

Tipping not expected

Quick answer

Restaurant

Standard:Round up

Exceptional:10%

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+Up to 10% is for good service, not standard

+No tip is required

−Check the bill for any optional service charge

Bar

Standard:Round up

Taxi

Standard:Round up

How to tip in Australia

•Check the bill for any optional service charge

•Round up or leave up to 10% for very good service

•Ignore tip prompts if you do not want to tip

Quick tips

Tipping is voluntary in Australia

Workers are paid normal wages, so there is no obligation

Card prompts and tip jars are optional

More tipping situations (8)

DeliveryRound up

Hairdresser / BarberNot expected

Spa & MassageNot expected

Hotel StaffNot expected

Tour guidesRound up

Valet ParkingRound up

Airport ServicesNot expected

Car Services / UberRound up

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