Do I need to tip in France?

In France, extra tipping is usually optional because many restaurant checks already include service. Service compris on the bill.

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

In restaurants, service is often included on the check, so any extra tip is optional. Bars and taxis usually just round up.

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

For restaurants, around 5-10% is common for exceptional service.

How do people usually leave the tip in France?

Check for "Service compris". Cash is easiest for small extra tips.

Tipping in France

EURLast reviewed · Jul 2026

Service compris means the bill already includes service, so extra tipping is never required. Round up or leave a little cash only when service felt worth it. In Paris and finer restaurants, small extras are slightly more common.

Tipping not expected

Quick answer

Restaurant

Standard:Service included

Exceptional:Round up or 5-10%

Bar

Standard:Round up

Taxi

Standard:Round up

How to tip in France

•Check for "Service compris"

•Round up or leave small cash for good service

•Cash is easiest for small extra tips

Quick tips

"Service compris" is included on restaurant bills

In Paris, rounding up or leaving small cash is a bit more common

Fine dining may leave 5-10%

More tipping situations (8)

DeliveryRound up

Hairdresser / Barber5-10%

Spa & MassageRound up

Hotel Staff1-2 EUR per bag

Tour guides5-10 EUR

Valet Parking1-2 EUR

Airport Services1-2 EUR

Car Services / UberRound up

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