Tipping in Croatia
EURLast reviewed · Feb 2026
Tipping 10-15% is customary in restaurants when no service charge. Check the bill for tip included. Cash preferred.
Tipping customaryMost common situations
Restaurant
Standard:10-15%
Exceptional:15-20%
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+Service charge on bill (Check first)
+Exceptional or fine dining
+Counter or self-service
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in Croatia
•Check the bill for service charge
•Leave 10-15% if not included or round up
•Cash preferred
Quick tips
Service charge rare (Check the bill)
Napojnica uračunata u cijenu if included
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / Barber10%
Spa & Massage10-15%
Hotel Staff2-4 EUR
Tour guides10-15%
Valet Parking5-10 EUR
Airport ServicesNot expected
Car Services / UberRound up
Tipping Terms Glossary
- Service charge
- A mandatory fee added to the bill by the establishment, separate from optional tips.
- Round up
- To increase the total bill amount to the nearest convenient whole number or denomination.
- Exceptional service
- Service that exceeds standard expectations, often warranting a higher tip percentage or amount.
- Cash preferred
- A preference for cash tips over card tips, often because card tips may not reach staff directly.