TIPPING

Tipping is ALWAYS included on your bill, under service compris, [18% tax and tip combined]. This is a government LAW. In the past that tip was sufficient, but lately the French have been leaving a little more [remember, the biggest portion of the tip has been included] In bistros, up to one euro is fine for two people. In a fancier restaurant, €1-2 is nice. In a 2-4 star fancy restaurant, the percentage increase to 20%, so a €5 tip for two is great. French credit card terminals do not allow the addition of a tip, so cash or coins are a must.