🇩🇪 Tipping in Germany
Tipping appreciatedTipping in Germany is usually done by stating the amount you will pay, including a rounded-up tip, or by saying the bill is good as delivered (“stimmt so”) when the change is small. Pure percentages are less common than a practical round number; 5–10% at a restaurant is a fair band for good service. It is not usual to walk away and leave a pile of notes on the table; the handover to the person who served you is the moment to tip. Cash is still the easy default in many places.
Round up and say "Stimmt so" in Germany
Germans tip by rounding up the bill rather than calculating a percentage. The phrase "Stimmt so" (keep the change) is how locals do it. 5–10% at restaurants is perfectly normal; more than that can seem unusual.
When to tip
When you pay at a sit-down restaurant or a taxi—say the total you want to pay before the card is run, or hand cash with a clear round figure.
Where & how much
| Venue / service | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Restaurants | 5–10% | Say "Stimmt so" when paying. |
| Bars | Round up | Leave small change. |
| Taxis | Round up 5–10% | Standard practice. |
| Hotels | €1–2/night | Not obligatory. |
| Delivery | €1–2 | Appreciated. |
Work out a tip in euros
Enter the bill in € — the local currency for Germany.
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How do I tip in Germany when paying by card?
Tell the server the total amount you want to pay including the tip before they process the card. For example, if the bill is €43 and you want to leave €5, say "48 euros please." You cannot add a tip after the transaction in most German restaurants.
What does "Stimmt so" mean?
"Stimmt so" means "keep the change" — it's the standard phrase Germans use when tipping. Hand over your cash or state your total and say "Stimmt so" to indicate no change is needed. It's the most natural way to tip in Germany.
Do Germans tip at bakeries or supermarkets?
No — tipping is only expected at sit-down restaurants and taxis. Bakeries, supermarkets, and fast food are pay-exact or round-up situations at most, and nobody expects a tip at a checkout counter.