Tipping in Greece
EURLast reviewed · Mar 2026
Tipping in Greece is customary. Leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, and round up for taxis and casual service.
Tipping customaryMost common situations
Restaurant
Standard:5-10%
Exceptional:10-15%
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+Service charge may be included (Check the bill)
+Tourist areas and finer restaurants may expect more
−Counter service does not expect a full restaurant tip
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:5-10%
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+Small tip for table service
−Quick counter drinks usually only need rounding up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:1-2 EUR
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+Longer journey or luggage help
−Short rides only need rounding up
How to tip in Greece
•Cash preferred
•Leave the tip on the table or hand it to the server
•If paying by card, ask to add the tip before paying
Quick tips
Service charge may be included on some bills (Check the bill)
Tourist areas often tip more than local spots
Small tips are more common than large percentages
Other situations (8)
Delivery1-2 EUR
Hairdresser / Barber5-10%
Spa & Massage5-10%
Hotel Staff1-2 EUR
Tour guides5-10 EUR
Valet Parking1-2 EUR
Airport Services1-2 EUR
Car Services / UberRound up
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Tipping questions in Greece
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.