Tipping in Hungary
HUFLast reviewed · Sep 2026
Always check the bill for szervizdij before leaving extra. If a service charge is already listed, you do not need to add more. Without one, about 10-15% is the thank-you at sit-down restaurants. Say the total including tip when you pay. Card terminals may still prompt for a tip even when szervizdij is already included.
Tipping customaryQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:10-15%
Exceptional:15-20%
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+Check whether "szervizdij" is already on the bill
+About 10-15% fits only when no service charge is listed
−No extra tip is needed if service charge is already included
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+Table service may justify a little more
−Counter drinks only need rounding up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:500-1000 HUF
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+Round up to a neat forint amount
+About 500-1000 HUF fits luggage help or a longer ride
−A full percentage tip is not the default
How to tip in Hungary
•Check the bill for "szervizdij" before adding any tip
•If there is no service charge, leave about 10-15%
•Say the total including tip before the card runs
Quick tips
Szervizdij is a mandatory service charge, not a voluntary tip
Card terminals may prompt for a tip even when service charge is already included
Cash still reaches servers more reliably when you tip on top
More tipping situations (8)
Delivery200-500 HUF
Hairdresser / Barber10%
Spa & Massage10-15%
Hotel Staff500-1000 HUF per bag
Tour guides10%
Valet Parking100-200 HUF
Airport Services100-500 HUF
Car Services / UberRound up
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