Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money When Dining Out?

Editor's Note: Congratulations to Bridgett, McKenzie, and Jennifer for winning this week's contest!

If you want healthy, frugal meals, cooking at home is the way to go. But for the days when you want to treat your family to a restaurant experience (or the siren song of fast food is too alluring on those busy nights), there are a ton of smart ways to dine out within your budget.

How do you save money while dining out? Do you follow certain budget-minded criteria when you choose where or what to order? In your experience, what national chains offer the best value?

Tell us how you save money while dining out and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

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