A 'propina' of 10–15% is expected at restaurants — it's a meaningful part of staff income.
| Where | What's customary |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | 10–15% is standard, 15% for good service. It's usually not included, so add it yourself. |
| Taxi & rideshare | Round up for street cabs; for app rides a small tip in-app is kind but optional. |
| Hotel | $20–50 MXN per bag and $20–50 MXN per night for housekeeping. |
| Bar | 10% on the tab, or a few pesos per drink. |
Yes. A 'propina' of 10–15% is expected at restaurants — it's a meaningful part of staff income. At a restaurant a typical tip is around 15%.
10–15% is standard, 15% for good service. It's usually not included, so add it yourself.
Round up for street cabs; for app rides a small tip in-app is kind but optional.
10% on the tab, or a few pesos per drink.
Tipping customs as of 2026-07-13. Norms vary between venues and change over time — treat these as a guide, not a rule.