How much to tip a waiter in Thailand?
Tipping is appreciated but not obligatory; rounding up or leaving 10% is common in tourist areas.
Tipping a waiter in Thailand: the local custom
When dining out in Thailand, the guidance for restaurant service is: round up to 10%. Tip in cash in Thai baht (THB) where you can, and always check whether a service charge has already been added before you decide.
Example: a ฿50.00 bill in Thailand
If you decide to tip around the local level, use the calculator below in THB. Remember to check the bill first — a service charge may already be included, in which case an extra tip is optional.
Tip calculator (THB)
Thailand vs the US
In the US, a waiter is typically tipped 18%. In Thailand, the custom is round up to 10% — so if you are visiting from the US, expect to tip less than you would at home. For the full picture across every venue, see the Thailand tipping guide.
- Tipping in Thailand — restaurants, taxis, hotels and bars
- How much to tip a waiter — the US standard and calculator
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Reviewed 2026-08-10. Customs vary by venue and region; check the bill before tipping.