Netherlands
In the Netherlands, rounding up or leaving a little change is common, and large percentages are not usually expected.
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Rounding up or leaving a little change is common in the Netherlands.
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Each destination gets a quick, scannable tipping rule.
Restaurant
At sit-down restaurants, rounding up or around 5% is common.
Cafe
Cafes usually only need a round-up.
Bar
Bars usually only need a little change.
Taxi
Taxis are usually rounded up.
Hotel
Hotel porters and housekeeping can receive a small cash tip.
Guide
Guides or drivers can receive a small cash tip.
Porter
Porters usually only need a small coin tip.
Delivery
Delivery usually does not need an extra tip.
Quick notes
In Amsterdam and tourist areas, restaurants are more used to small tips.
If no service charge is on the bill, decide whether to round up.