How Much to Tip on Takeout
0–10%
Tipping on takeout is optional in the US. Many people leave 10% as a thank-you, especially for large or complicated orders, and nothing is wrong with skipping it for a quick counter pickup.
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Within the 0–10% range for takeout.
How much to tip, situation by situation
| Situation | Typical tip |
|---|---|
| Coffee or single item at a counter | Optional, $1 or change |
| Regular takeout order | 0–10% |
| Large or complex order (packed carefully) | 10–15% |
| Curbside delivery to your car | 10% |
Takeout tip on common prices
| Price | 0% | 10% |
|---|---|---|
| $25 | $0.00 | $2.50 |
| $50 | $0.00 | $5.00 |
| $75 | $0.00 | $7.50 |
| $100 | $0.00 | $10.00 |
| $150 | $0.00 | $15.00 |
| $200 | $0.00 | $20.00 |
Worth knowing
- Tablet prompts suggesting 18–25% on counter orders are a design choice by the payment screen, not an etiquette rule.
- At a full-service restaurant, staff may pack takeout on the clock at a tipped wage, which is why many tip a little there.
Working it out by hand? See how to calculate a tip. Travelling? Customs differ abroad: tipping by country.
Questions people ask
Is it rude to not tip on takeout?
No. Takeout tipping is discretionary. Tip when someone did extra work, like a big family order or special packing.
What about the tip screen at a coffee shop?
It's optional. Tapping "no tip" is acceptable; many people leave $1 or round up for a made-to-order drink.