Do you tip in Cannes?

When visiting Cannes, France, or any other European destination, you'll find that tipping is more of a courtesy than an obligation, unlike the United States. Don't get us wrong – While Europeans do appreciate tips when satisfied with the service, it is generally more casual and not obligatory.



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France – like many of its European neighbours – does not have a tipping expectancy. The best way to tip in France is to consider the service. If you are impressed, try to leave somewhere in the region of 15-20% of your bill in tips.

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In France, leaving a tip swings both ways. If you don't tip, that's fine – no one will think you're particularly rude. Pressuring you to leave a tip is exceedingly rare and I've only seen it happen in establishments that cater almost exclusively to tourists.

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It's common (but not required) to leave a small tip at French restaurants. Although tipping isn't required or expected, customers often leave a tip of a few coins after they have a drink, or a few euros after a meal. This is usually done if they feel the service was good, but it may even be systematic.

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At bars in Europe, tips are not customary, but leaving change or a few euros is always appreciated, if not expected. For takeaway food or drinks, counter dining, or stand-up service, tips are also not customary.

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Tip $1-5 per night. The tip should be left daily (preferably in an envelope or with a note so that it's clear it's for housekeeping). For special requests (like an extra blanket), tip $2 for one item, $1 for more. Tipping is not required for someone fixing something broken or bringing something missing.

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The French have a reputation of being late often; whether it's true or false, being late is always considered rude. In France, we refrain from calling after 22:00 hours on the phone (10 pm), except when calling close friends. Spitting in the street is strictly prohibited. Belching in public is very rude.

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A waitress is une serveuse. Yelling “Garçon !” to catch a waiter's attention in a restaurant (or a café) is rude and outdated.

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In Monaco, restaurant bills usually already includes a 15% service charge and as such no additional tip is expected. However you should always check your bill, for the service charge whether it`s included or not, if not then a 15% tip is customary. It is normal to tip 15% at bars as well.

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To ask for the check in a restaurant, you would say, L'addition, s'il vous plaît. This means 'Check, please. ' The word l'addition means 'the check. ' The word s'il vous plaît means 'please' and is added onto the end of the expression to be polite to the server.

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You can get free tap water at all dining establishments If you ask for l'eau, or d'eau, you are likely to get mineral water, which is chargeable and sometimes expensive. What you want to ask for is une carafe d'eau or un pichet d'eau, which ensures that you get free tap water.

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Manners, politeness & greetings The 'bonjour' is usually followed by a handshake in a formal context or 'les bises' or kiss one on each side of the cheeks. The kisses on the cheeks demonstrate affection, friendship or respect. These customs have evolved with the global pandemic and may change over time.

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It is simply considered good manners to say Bonjour (hello) upon entering a restaurant or any place of business, acknowledging both the shop owner and the other customers. Upon leaving, one always says “Au revoir” (good bye). “Bonsoir” (good evening) is generally used after 6:00 pm.

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