Disclosure: This article is written by Shaun McManus, founder of SmartPubTools and creator of the Restaurant Console. All operational claims reflect genuine experience at Teal Farm Pub, Washington.
Key Takeaway
Uber Eats charges 30% commission on UK restaurant orders. On a £22.50 order at 30% you keep £15.75. But Uber Eats also charges VAT on its commission — the effective rate is 36%, not 30%. The commission (£6.75) plus VAT on that commission (£1.35) = £8.10 total deduction. You keep £14.40 on a £22.50 order. On the same order through your own website at 2% commission you keep £22.05 — a difference of £7.65 per order. Over 100 orders per week that is £39,780 per year.
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Uber Eats Commission Percentage UK 2026 — The Actual Numbers
Uber Eats charges UK restaurants a commission of 30% on every order. That commission applies to the gross order value including VAT. Uber Eats then charges VAT on its commission at 20%.
On a £22.50 order: 30% commission = £6.75. VAT on that commission at 20% = £1.35. Total deduction: £8.10. You keep £14.40. The effective commission rate is 36%, not 30%.
This is not a hidden fee — it is standard practice across all major delivery platforms. Deliveroo applies the same structure. The difference is that Just Eat charges 14% commission, making its effective all-in rate approximately 16.8% — significantly lower than Uber Eats or Deliveroo.
Platform Commission Comparison — What You Keep on Every Order
| Platform | Commission | On £20 order | On £22.50 order | On £30 order |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Uber Eats | 30% + VAT (eff. 36%) | £12.80 | £14.40 | £19.20 |
| Deliveroo | 30% + VAT (eff. 36%) | £12.80 | £14.40 | £19.20 |
| Just Eat | 14% + VAT (eff. 16.8%) | £16.64 | £18.72 | £24.96 |
| Own website | ~2% (payment processing) | £19.60 | £22.05 | £29.40 |
On 100 orders per week at £22.50 average: Uber Eats nets you £1,440/week (£74,880/year). Own website at 2% nets you £2,205/week (£114,660/year). The difference is £39,780 per year — from the same customer base, same orders, same kitchen.
When Is Uber Eats Worth Using?
Uber Eats is worth using when: you are launching and need new customer acquisition without upfront marketing spend; your delivery volume is under 30 orders per week (below the threshold where own website economics strongly dominate); or you are testing a new delivery area or product range.
The customer acquisition argument is legitimate — Uber Eats puts your restaurant in front of customers who do not know you exist. The unit economics are painful, but the first order from a new customer through Uber Eats can become a regular direct customer if you execute retention correctly (include a flyer in every delivery box with a direct ordering discount).
When to Push Customers to Your Own Website
Once your delivery volume exceeds 50 orders per week, the economics of own-website delivery become compelling. At 100 orders per week, the margin difference between Uber Eats and direct ordering is £765 per week — which more than covers the cost of a basic delivery website and marketing to drive customers to it.
At Teal Farm we track every delivery platform weekly in the Restaurant Console. The Delivery Tracker module shows net revenue per platform after commission — so we can see instantly which channel is most profitable and make decisions accordingly. £97 one-time — see what is included →
See also our full analysis of the Deliveroo commission calculator and our Just Eat commission guide to compare all three platforms side by side.
Frequently Asked Questions
What percentage does Uber Eats charge UK restaurants?
Uber Eats charges UK restaurants 30% commission on every order. However, Uber Eats also charges VAT on its commission at 20%, making the effective all-in rate approximately 36%. On a £22.50 order, Uber Eats deducts £8.10 (commission £6.75 + VAT on commission £1.35), leaving the restaurant £14.40.
Is Uber Eats cheaper than Deliveroo for restaurants?
No. Both Uber Eats and Deliveroo charge 30% commission plus VAT on that commission — an effective rate of approximately 36%. Just Eat is cheaper, charging 14% commission (effective approximately 16.8% with VAT on commission). The cheapest option for restaurants is a direct ordering website at approximately 2% payment processing costs only.
How do I calculate my Uber Eats profit per order?
Take your order value, multiply by 36% (the effective all-in rate including VAT on commission), and deduct that amount. Example: £22.50 order × 36% = £8.10 deducted → you keep £14.40. Then deduct your food cost (target under 32% of that £14.40 = under £4.61) to get your gross profit per order.
Can I track Uber Eats and Deliveroo profit together?
Yes. The Restaurant Console Delivery Tracker module logs weekly revenue from Uber Eats, Deliveroo, Just Eat, and your own website — showing net revenue after commission for each platform so you can compare true profitability across channels.
How do I reduce my reliance on Uber Eats?
Include a direct ordering flyer in every Uber Eats delivery with a 10% first-direct-order discount. Set up a direct ordering website (platforms like Flipdish or Slerp charge 2–3% versus Uber Eats’ 36% effective rate). Promote your direct link on your social channels and Google Business Profile. Once customers order direct once, they typically stay direct.
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By Shaun McManus | Last Updated: May 2026
Shaun McManus is the licensee of Teal Farm Pub, Washington, Tyne and Wear. He has 15+ years in hospitality management and built the Restaurant Console for his own operation.
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