Originally posted by: Descartes
For 6 people? That doesn't sound like a lot. Hopefully you're eating at decent places at least.
In truth, the wife and I spend a good bit more than that, but food plays a big role in our lifestyle. We're active in the local "foodie" scene and like to try new places, from things like Somali food to the better Italian places.
So, it depends. I think there's a good balance to achieve and it depends on the lifestyle of your family. Eating out at places like Olive Garden, etc. on a regular basis would be extreme.
Yup, same here. I'm Italian, food's always been a big part of my life. Naturally, I find myself marrying someone who thinks the same. So we eat out a lot, a good mix of the old standby type places where we're more or less regulars, and always trying the new places. DC is an awesome food city, and my wallet hates that.
Food is definitely my biggest discretionary expense. Of course, its my main interest, so if you look at it like that, I probably don't spend that much more than others do on their hobbies.
I try to avoid casual dining chains, mostly because I don't feel they're a good value. There's local food at the same price around here. There are some exceptions, though -- I love a burger from Ted's Montana Grill, Popeye's Fried Chicken, and a few others.
Then again, I love cheap eats as much as I love anything else. A $600 dinner at Citronelle is fun every couple of years, but finding a new spot for Pho is more fun to me. If only I could find an Indian restaurant that I love. There are a few that I like, but nothing spectacular. That's the current mission
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