Thinner Wallet, Thinner Waistline?

Thinner wallet, thinner waistline?

Has the bad economy been good for Americans’ waistlines? Healthier eating habits may be a welcome side effect of more frugal spending habits. Restaurant-goers have less to spend, so when they eat out they’re choosing less expensive places and finding better deals, skipping cocktails, and passing on dessert, according to recent surveys from Zagat on dining trends in Atlanta, Washington, DC/Baltimore, Chicago, and Texas.  In addition, Zagat says that diners in those cities expressed interest in healthier menu choices and are willing to pay more for “green” (locally sourced, organic, or sustainably raised) food.  Another upside to our down-turned economy: you may find it easier to get a table at that popular restaurant you’ve been hankering to try.

Our CR Survey (Ratings, available to subscribers only, are based on 70,403 responses to the Restaurant Satisfaction Survey conducted by the Consumer Reports National Research Center) tells you where to dine well for less. And try these eight ways to save when eating out. Get smart about eating out and check out how to keep from overeating when dining in restaurants.—Desiree Ferenczi
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