To tip leave just a few Euro, or about 10% if the service was excellent! If you do not have smaller bills, let the server know what you want to pay, including any amount for tip, and what you expect back in change. If another staffer takes your payment for the bill, give the tip to your waitperson directly.

Tipping in Belgium is not an obligatory practice because a 10% to 15% service charge is legally required to be included in the price of your meal, drink, or hotel stay. This "service compris" means that staff are paid a living wage, and they do not rely on gratuities to survive as they might in North America. However, it is common and polite to "round up" the bill to the nearest euro or leave a few extra coins (usually €1 or €2) for exceptional service in a café or restaurant. If you are dining at a high-end, Michelin-starred establishment in Brussels or Antwerp, a more substantial tip of 5% to 10% is appreciated but never demanded. For taxi drivers, rounding up to the nearest euro is the standard gesture. Interestingly, in public restrooms, it is very common to see a "toilet attendant" who expects a small fee of around €0.50 to €0.70, which is considered a standard social norm rather than an optional tip. Overall, the Belgian approach is one of "discreet appreciation" rather than a percentage-based expectation.