Tipping in France
AppreciatedRestaurants: Service compris; extra 5% optionalCurrency: EUR
By French law, restaurant and café prices include a 15% service charge ("service compris"). A pourboire (tip) is optional: leave small change, round up, or add about 5% for excellent service.
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Within the 0–10% range in France.
How much to tip in France, by service
| Service | Custom |
|---|---|
| Restaurant (service compris) | Round up or 5% for great service |
| Café | A few coins |
| Taxi | Round up or 5–10% |
| Hotel porter | €1–2 per bag |
| Housekeeping | €1–2 per night |
| Tour guide | €5–10 |
Local know-how
- Card terminals often have no tip option; leave coins on the saucer.
Questions people ask
What does service compris mean?
Service is included in the price, as required for restaurants and cafés in France. Any tip is extra and optional.
Do French waiters expect tips from tourists?
Some may hope for it, but a few euros is plenty. American-style 20% is not expected.