In this week’s Inside Spain, we look at the latest data on Spaniards’ tipping habits, how much they leave, and what they think of the American model of a tip being suggested by the restaurant.
Alex Dunham - alex.dunham@thelocal.com
Updated: Sat 22 Aug 2026 11:42 CET
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Tipping in Spain remains a voluntary practice, even though some establishments have incorporated the sometimes awkward suggested tip model. (Photo by LLUIS GENE / AFP)
In this week’s Inside Spain, we look at the latest data on Spaniards’ tipping habits, how much they leave, and what they think of the American model of a tip being suggested by the restaurant.
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