Six Ways to Pay Less for Food at Restaurants
Listen
Vocabulary
Article
Going to restaurants is fun. But food is expensive now. Many people want to eat out less. Good news! You can eat out and spend less money. Here are six smart ways to do this.
Go Early
Some restaurants have early prices. This is called a soft launch. They open at 5 p.m. or 6 p.m. The food costs less money at this time. Go early. Save money.
Go Late
Other restaurants drop prices late at night. They call this late sitting. Maybe you eat at 9 p.m. or 10 p.m. The bill is smaller. Late meals can save you money.
Eat Lunch, Not Dinner
Lunch is cheaper than dinner. The same food costs more at night. Go for lunch on a day off. You pay less. You get the same good meal.
Find Restaurants on Apps
Apps show you restaurants near you. Many apps have coupons. Coupons are pieces of paper or codes. They help you pay less. Download an app. Look for discounts.
Pick Smaller Restaurants
Big, popular places cost more. Small, quiet places are cheaper. Try new restaurants. You might find good food for less money.
Order Water and Share
Drinks cost a lot of money. Order water. It is free. Eat with friends. Share one big plate. Two people can share food and spend less.
Discussion Questions
- Do you like to eat at restaurants? Why or why not?
- Which way to save money sounds best to you? Early times or late times?
- What is your favorite cheap restaurant?
- Do you share food with friends? What do you share?
- What drinks do you order at restaurants? Are they expensive?
Open the full interactive lesson with tap-to-hear on every word →