Here is how I save on eating out:
I almost always order water for a drink.
I sign up for deal emails from various restaurants so I almost always have a deal or coupon.
I will sometimes order an appetizer for my meal.
I fill up on free chips and bread so that I can make two meals out of one.
I also always use my credit card to reap rewards.
Often, when we decide to go out to dinner but can't decide where to go, we use the Groupon Now app on my iPhone. It locks in on my GPS and offers me all kinds of Groupons I can use immediately right from my phone.
I don't buy beer or mixed drinks or wine with my meal. I use any and all coupons I can find. I steer away from the most expensive items unless I am going to share or take home at least half. I stay away from appetizers unless I plan to take almost all of my entre home.same with desserts.
I save money by:
-drinking water
-buying one drink, but sharing with the boyfriend
-buying gift certificates from restaurant.com
-buying deals from groupon/living social
-using my entertainment book
-using restaurant gift cards received as presents
-eat during happy hour/days with specials
-skipping out on appetizers/desserts
-and lastly, but my most favorite, eating family style
Me and my husband save money by usually splitting a dish, usually restaurants serve way too much and we usualy fill with just one plate. We also try to use coupons when possible.
I pretty much always drink water rather than soda or anything else as much for health as for money (I'd rather have delicious calories than empty ones). Depending on how large the appetizers are, I'll order an appetizer as an entree. I'll often share a dessert with a friend or two, but again, it's as much for the calories as it is for the $.
Happy hour menus can be truly wonderful. Five Napkin Burger has a great one - I think the sliders are 2 or 3 dollars each (and quite filling) and the wings are 50 cents each. Since I'm not really into alcohol much, I can easily spend under $10 for a filling meal.
I usually do drink water which not only saves money but is healthier also! I tend to not go out for dinner due to the prices. I usually go out to lunch so I regularly order off of the lunch menu's.
You have forgotten perhaps the most effective (for me) is, anis in the form of essential oil. I mix a litre of mineral water with 10 drops of this potent essential oil, apart from tasting nice it settles my digestive system when Im bloated up from eating badly. I keep a glass bottle with the anis water mix at work and at home, and just drink it like regular water. Beware : do not mix this essential oil in a plastic water bottle as it will disolve the plastic and never take any essential oil straight - always diluted.
To save money dining out my husband and I have a few tricks. The first and easiest is to stick with water, soda and alcoholic drinks are marked up and can add 10% to your bill. If we would like to enjoy a glass of wine or cocktail we fall back on tip number two, eat out during happy hour. The selection is limited but the savings is significant. Depending on the restaurant and portion sizes, ordering appetizers rather than an entree, or ordering a salad and then split an entree can keep your tab low as well. Coupons can be printed out, many offer them on their websites usually a buy one get one deal or at least a percent discount.
My husband and I shave costs by a) drinking water which is better for us anyway; b) foregoing an appetizer or dessert unless we are splitting with other people; c) take advantage of any online or newspaper coupons or discounts; d) become members of loyalty clubs or programs for restaurants that we enjoy with several friends since they frequently offer discounts or additional coupons; e) try to schedule meals during off-peak hours so that we can eat less and spend more time with friends and family without jepoardizing the income of the waitstaff; f) treat the waitstaff with respect and tip appropriately (this sounds counter-intuitive to saving money but frequently the staff has been able to help by ringing in the order in the most cost efficient manner or recommending menu items that have the taste and quality without the higher price, etc.).
Everyone commenting on this article, including the writer, are insane. Since when does the price or fees you pay have ANYTHING whatsoever to do with success in investing or the pursuit of any other financial goal? The whole disucssion is ludicrous and superfluous to the real issue - investor behaviour. Investments don't underperform, people do. Thats my quote - use it if you like.
In the meantime, embrace the wisdom which you all possess. Repeat after me....(please recite in a deadpan montone) ...."There is no free lunch in this world"....."ETF's nor any other fad investment is not the answer to my financial goals" ...."I am the only one in control of my financial outcomes"....."I will stop focussing on meaningless data and facts/figures and not allow the media, or a media shill to manipulate me any further" ......"I will live my financial life in this way to set a good example for my children who rely on me for guidance since the school system will not provide this information"...........................................
I always check for day-of-the-week specials on the restaurant's web site. Or their window as you pass by. My local Popeye's, for instance, has a deal on a two piece meal Monday and Tuesday. Early bird and happy hour specials can be great deals too, but be careful with those half priced brews! You can sometimes find deals in your local coupon mailer (or their web site) but those tend heavily to two-for-ones. And if you are a regular at a particular place, be sure to ask about loyalty programs. I get a lot of mileage out of Don Pablo's Habenero club.
We save money when eating out by dining out smart -- we don't generally eat at any chain restaurants. So we wait for Groupons to our favorite local restaurants to come out. :)
Here is how I save on eating out:
I almost always order water for a drink.
I sign up for deal emails from various restaurants so I almost always have a deal or coupon.
I will sometimes order an appetizer for my meal.
I fill up on free chips and bread so that I can make two meals out of one.
I also always use my credit card to reap rewards.
Often, when we decide to go out to dinner but can't decide where to go, we use the Groupon Now app on my iPhone. It locks in on my GPS and offers me all kinds of Groupons I can use immediately right from my phone.
I don't buy beer or mixed drinks or wine with my meal. I use any and all coupons I can find. I steer away from the most expensive items unless I am going to share or take home at least half. I stay away from appetizers unless I plan to take almost all of my entre home.same with desserts.
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I save money by:
-drinking water
-buying one drink, but sharing with the boyfriend
-buying gift certificates from restaurant.com
-buying deals from groupon/living social
-using my entertainment book
-using restaurant gift cards received as presents
-eat during happy hour/days with specials
-skipping out on appetizers/desserts
-and lastly, but my most favorite, eating family style
I save money by not buying a drink, water is free!
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Me and my husband save money by usually splitting a dish, usually restaurants serve way too much and we usualy fill with just one plate. We also try to use coupons when possible.
I order only when needed, avoid having beverages and may be use coupons if available
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I just usually share a meal with someone, or we just share appetizers while catching up!
I always drink water.
I pretty much always drink water rather than soda or anything else as much for health as for money (I'd rather have delicious calories than empty ones). Depending on how large the appetizers are, I'll order an appetizer as an entree. I'll often share a dessert with a friend or two, but again, it's as much for the calories as it is for the $.
Happy hour menus can be truly wonderful. Five Napkin Burger has a great one - I think the sliders are 2 or 3 dollars each (and quite filling) and the wings are 50 cents each. Since I'm not really into alcohol much, I can easily spend under $10 for a filling meal.
I always sign up for email club with either reward points or BOGO offers.
I usually do drink water which not only saves money but is healthier also! I tend to not go out for dinner due to the prices. I usually go out to lunch so I regularly order off of the lunch menu's.
You have forgotten perhaps the most effective (for me) is, anis in the form of essential oil. I mix a litre of mineral water with 10 drops of this potent essential oil, apart from tasting nice it settles my digestive system when Im bloated up from eating badly. I keep a glass bottle with the anis water mix at work and at home, and just drink it like regular water. Beware : do not mix this essential oil in a plastic water bottle as it will disolve the plastic and never take any essential oil straight - always diluted.
To save money dining out my husband and I have a few tricks. The first and easiest is to stick with water, soda and alcoholic drinks are marked up and can add 10% to your bill. If we would like to enjoy a glass of wine or cocktail we fall back on tip number two, eat out during happy hour. The selection is limited but the savings is significant. Depending on the restaurant and portion sizes, ordering appetizers rather than an entree, or ordering a salad and then split an entree can keep your tab low as well. Coupons can be printed out, many offer them on their websites usually a buy one get one deal or at least a percent discount.
My husband and I shave costs by a) drinking water which is better for us anyway; b) foregoing an appetizer or dessert unless we are splitting with other people; c) take advantage of any online or newspaper coupons or discounts; d) become members of loyalty clubs or programs for restaurants that we enjoy with several friends since they frequently offer discounts or additional coupons; e) try to schedule meals during off-peak hours so that we can eat less and spend more time with friends and family without jepoardizing the income of the waitstaff; f) treat the waitstaff with respect and tip appropriately (this sounds counter-intuitive to saving money but frequently the staff has been able to help by ringing in the order in the most cost efficient manner or recommending menu items that have the taste and quality without the higher price, etc.).
Everyone commenting on this article, including the writer, are insane. Since when does the price or fees you pay have ANYTHING whatsoever to do with success in investing or the pursuit of any other financial goal? The whole disucssion is ludicrous and superfluous to the real issue - investor behaviour. Investments don't underperform, people do. Thats my quote - use it if you like.
In the meantime, embrace the wisdom which you all possess. Repeat after me....(please recite in a deadpan montone) ...."There is no free lunch in this world"....."ETF's nor any other fad investment is not the answer to my financial goals" ...."I am the only one in control of my financial outcomes"....."I will stop focussing on meaningless data and facts/figures and not allow the media, or a media shill to manipulate me any further" ......"I will live my financial life in this way to set a good example for my children who rely on me for guidance since the school system will not provide this information"...........................................
There....don't you feel better?
I always check for day-of-the-week specials on the restaurant's web site. Or their window as you pass by. My local Popeye's, for instance, has a deal on a two piece meal Monday and Tuesday. Early bird and happy hour specials can be great deals too, but be careful with those half priced brews! You can sometimes find deals in your local coupon mailer (or their web site) but those tend heavily to two-for-ones. And if you are a regular at a particular place, be sure to ask about loyalty programs. I get a lot of mileage out of Don Pablo's Habenero club.
Hi
We save money a couple of ways. We eat out when it is 2 for 1, use coupons and drink only water.
Hugs,
Trish
And I "like" wisebread on FB! :)
We save money when eating out by dining out smart -- we don't generally eat at any chain restaurants. So we wait for Groupons to our favorite local restaurants to come out. :)
Put a bird on it!! :) LOVE the skit!