Tipping in Lebanon
LBPLast reviewed · Feb 2026
Tipping is customary in Lebanon; service staff are often underpaid. At restaurants leave 10-15%; the 11% VAT on the bill is not the tip. Cash preferred; USD is widely accepted alongside LBP.
Tipping customaryQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:10-15%
Exceptional:15%+
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+10-15% standard. Tip more for exceptional service or long stay. Cash preferred.
Bar
Standard:10%
Exceptional:10%
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+10% of bill if at table
+at casual bar round up or small amount per drink. Cash preferred.
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in Lebanon
•10-15% at restaurants (11% VAT on bill is not the tip)
•Cash tips preferred even if you pay by card
•USD widely accepted
Quick tips
Restaurant 10-15%
bar 10% or per drink
Bellhop and housekeeping: small amount in LBP or USD
More tipping situations (8)
Delivery10%
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel StaffRound up
Tour guides10%
Valet ParkingRound up
Airport ServicesRound up
Car Services / UberRound up
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