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Tipping habits in Prague

Another thing that an expat gets often asked by tourists is “How does tipping work here in Prague”. So here is my scoop on the Czech tipping habits for restaurants, pubs, bars, taxis, barbers etc. Hope it is helpful and/ or even sparks some discussion about: how to tip/ if to tip and different tipping habits in different countries.

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1. For small sums just don’t accept the change, i.e. if your pint was 28CZK give 30 and “waive” the rest.

2. 10% is the norm, 15% is for exceptional service.

3. You are supposed to signal to your waiter when to stop giving you your change or to tell him/ her to where to “round up” the bill, but if your Czech doesn’t go that far either give it directly or leave it on the table.

4. Be kind, give your tip in cash, don’t add it to your (credit) card bill.

5. Don’t fall for a so-called “service charge”, accept printed bills only and then decide what the service was worth.

More tips about eating out in Prague And now tell me, what are the tipping habits and customs in your country/ city?

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