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Tipping in Uruguay

UYULast reviewed · Mar 2026

Tipping is customary but not mandatory. Around 10% is typical in restaurants, while small tips or rounding up are common in other situations.

Tipping customary

Most common situations

Restaurant
Standard:10%
Exceptional:10-15%
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+10% is typical for good service
+You can skip the tip if service was poor
+Check if a service charge is already included
Bar
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+Round up for casual service
−No fixed percentage expected in most bars
Taxi
Standard:Round up
Exceptional:Small extra
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+Round up the fare
+Tip optional for luggage or longer trips
−No tip expected for short rides
How to tip in Uruguay
•Leave the tip in cash on the table
•If paying by card, ask to add the tip before paying
•Tip only for good service
Quick tips
Tipping is not mandatory but appreciated
Check the bill before tipping
Small tips are more common than large percentages
Other situations
DeliveryRound up
Hairdresser / BarberRound up
Spa & MassageRound up
Hotel StaffSmall cash tip
Tour guides10-20%
Valet ParkingSmall cash tip
Airport ServicesSmall cash tip
Car Services / UberRound up

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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.