Tipping in Georgia
GELLast reviewed · Apr 2026
Tipping is appreciated in Georgia, but it is usually modest. Around 10% is common in restaurants for good service, while cafes and taxis often just round up or leave a small cash tip.
Rounding commonMost common situations
Restaurant
Standard:10%
Exceptional:10-15%
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+Check the bill for any service charge first
+Cash tips are common and direct
−Casual khinkali spots and cafes may only need rounding up
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+Cocktail bars or table service may justify a little more
−Casual bars and cafes usually only leave small change
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:2-5 GEL
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+Use Bolt or agree the fare first
−Short rides usually only need rounding up
How to tip in Georgia
•Check the bill for service charge before tipping extra
•Use GEL cash for small direct tips
•Use Bolt for taxis and round up the fare if you want to tip
Quick tips
Restaurant tipping is more common than taxi tipping
Bolt is the easiest way to avoid overpaying for taxis
Small cash tips are more common than formal percentages outside restaurants
Other situations (8)
Delivery10%
Hairdresser / Barber10%
Spa & Massage10-15%
Hotel Staff5-10 GEL per bag
Tour guides20-50 GEL per person
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport Services5-10 GEL per bag
Car Services / UberRound up
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Tipping questions in Georgia
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.