tipping is more and more common; Americans are accustomed to leaving 20% at minimum, however the most common practice in the UK is to leave between 10 and 12%. In nicer restaurants up to 15% (provided that the service charge is not included) is a good rule of thumb.

Tipping in the United Kingdom in 2026 is common but far less "mandatory" than in the United States. In sit-down restaurants, a tip of 10% to 15% is the standard expectation for good service; however, many establishments now add a "discretionary service charge" (often 12.5%) directly to the bill, in which case no further tip is necessary. In pubs, tipping is not standard when ordering at the bar, though "keep the change" is a polite gesture. For taxis, rounding up to the nearest pound is customary. Tipping in hotels for porters (£1–£2 per bag) is appreciated but not strictly required. Unlike in North America, UK service workers are paid at least the National Living Wage, so tips are truly viewed as a "bonus" for exceptional service rather than a core component of their base pay. Over-tipping is actually sometimes seen as a bit gauche or unnecessary by locals.