24. Research restaurants in advance
Have you ever opened a restaurant menu and got a sinking feeling as you realized the prices were more than you could afford or were willing to pay? You can avoid this simply by asking to see a menu before you’re seated, but a better approach is to research eateries online before you choose a place to dine. You often can see menus on restaurant websites. You also can check out review websites, such as Yelp, to see what kinds of experiences other diners have had. In addition to offering star ratings based on customer reviews, Yelp will tell you if the establishment is right for your budget.