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How much to tip at a counter-service restaurant in Germany (2026 Guide)
Tipping at a counter-service restaurant in Germany is optional. Round up to next euro.
OptionalCash preferred
Round up to next euro
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Cultural notes
At Imbiss (snack bars), Döner shops, bakeries, and counter-service spots, rounding up to the next euro is the friendly German gesture. €4.20 becomes €5; €7.80 becomes €8. Most tip jars on counters have a few coins in them. No percentage required.
Frequently asked questions
Do I tip at a Döner shop?
Round up to the next euro if you would like; nothing is also fine.
Bakeries?
Round up — coins in the jar are normal.
Tipping other services in Germany
- Sit-down restaurantRound up + 5–10% — state the total verbally before paying
- CaféRound up to next euro — say "Stimmt so"
- BarRound up by 50¢–€1 per drink
- Housekeeping€2–5 per night
- Porter€1–2 per bag
- Concierge€5–20 for a real favour
- TaxiRound up + 5–10%
- RideshareRound up via app — €1–2 typical
- Food delivery€1–3 in cash or app
- Grocery delivery€1–2 if you tip at all
- Hairdresser5–10% — round up to the nearest €5
- Spa5–10%, €5–10 typical for a massage
- Tour guide€5 per person group, €10–20 per person for free walking tours, 10% private
- Tattoo artist5–20% optional; not expected
- Valet€1–2 on return
- Airport baggage€1–2 per bag if you use a porter
- Busker€1–3 if you stopped to listen
- Movers€5/hour per mover, or €10–20 each for a longer move
- Tradesperson€0 — not customary
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Last verified: · Sources: liveingermany.de, iamexpat.de