Tipping in Hungary
HUFLast reviewed · Jun 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, 10% is a fair thank-you at restaurants and rounding up works in taxis.
Tipping customaryQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:10-15%
Exceptional:15-20%
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+Check whether "szervizdíj" is already on the bill
+Exceptional: More only in fine dining
−No extra tip is expected 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 usually only need rounding up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:500-1000 HUF
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+A small extra is fine for luggage or helpful service
−A full percentage tip is not the default
How to tip in Hungary
•Check the bill for "szervizdíj" before adding any tip
•If there is no service charge, 10-15% is common in restaurants
•Use HUF cash for small personal tips when possible
Quick tips
"Szervizdíj" is a service charge, not a voluntary tip
Budapest restaurants are more likely to add service charge than casual places
Card terminals may still prompt for a tip even when service charge is already included
More tipping situations (8)
Delivery200-500 HUF
Hairdresser / Barber10%
Spa & Massage10-15%
Hotel Staff200-1000 HUF
Tour guides10%
Valet Parking100-200 HUF
Airport Services100-500 HUF
Car Services / UberRound up
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