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Tipping in Israel

ILSLast reviewed · Feb 2026

Tipping is customary in Israel at restaurants and bars (10-15%); staff often rely on tips. Leave cash on the table when possible (card tips may not reach staff). Taxis and hotel housekeeping are not routinely tipped; porters and tour guides commonly receive tips. Use shekels (ILS); avoid coins.

Tipping customary

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:10-15%
Bar
Standard:10-15%
Taxi
Standard:Not expected
How to tip in Israel
•Leave tip in cash on the table when possible
•Tip 10-15% at restaurants and bars
•Use ILS (shekels)
Quick tips
10-15% at restaurants and bars (staff rely on tips)
Check for service on bill—if included no need to add
VAT 17% is tax not tip
Other situations
Delivery5-20 ILS
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & Massage10-15%
Hotel Staff10-20 ILS
Tour guides10-20%
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport ServicesRound up
Car Services / UberNot expected

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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.