The ultimate guide to tipping etiquette in South Africa
Updated | By Breakfast with Martin Bester
Are you confused about how much to tip? Breakfast with Martin Bester listeners are here to help!

Here's when to tip, when to skip, and how much to tip in any situation (even the confusing ones).
Do you often go to a restaurant and don’t know how much to tip?
The majority of Breakfast with Martin Bester listeners feel you should leave a minimum of 15% — but preferably 20% — for good service.
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However, it can get confusing. Some restaurants do not allow separate bills and when ten people do not tip a minimum of 10%, the waiter ends up leaving with little to no tips.
20 percent is the gold standard.
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