How much to tip at a café in Australia (2026 Guide)

Australia's cafe culture is world-renowned and baristas are skilled professionals — but they are paid award wages, not relying on tips. Counter-service cafes traditionally have a small tip jar for loose coins. As Australia has become largely cashless post-pandemic, many cafes have moved to POS tip prompts, which Australian consumers and media have widely panned as "tip creep" copied from the US. Tipping a flat 5–10% at a sit-down brunch venue with table service is appreciated; at a takeaway coffee counter it is not expected at all.

Feeling obliged to add 15% on a A$5 flat white. Locals do not.