Tipping in the Netherlands
EURLast reviewed · Sep 2026
Service is built into menu prices and staff wages, so tipping is not expected. Round up to the next euro, or leave about 5-10% only for good sit-down service. Say the total you want to pay when the card runs, because many terminals have no tip screen. Large American-style tips feel out of place.
Tipping not expectedQuick answer
Restaurant
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:5-10%
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+Service is included in menu prices
+About 5-10% fits only good sit-down service
−Most people simply round up
Bar
Standard:Round up
Taxi
Standard:Round up
How to tip in the Netherlands
•Say the total including tip when paying by card, or round up in cash
•Leave about 5-10% only for good sit-down service
•Skip the tip entirely if service was only average
Quick tips
Look for inclusief servicekosten before adding more
Brown cafes and counter spots tip lighter than sit-down restaurants
American-style 15-20% tips are unusual
More tipping situations (8)
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel Staff1-2 EUR per bag
Tour guides5-10 EUR per person
Valet Parking1-2 EUR
Airport Services1-2 EUR
Car Services / UberRound up
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