How often does an average family of 4-6 people eat out ?

Question

My 4 kids nag endlessly to eat out ...from KFC, McDs, Olive Garden, Outback, to even more! When they were little it wasn't a big deal. Now I have 2 of them that can eat like a man and the price matches! Its at least $25 a shot just for fast food. They just don't understand how quick this adds up to $200 plus a month. I keep telling them that the average family saves restaurants for birthdays, special occasions and that in general, no one eats out that much. Its unhealthy as well....what does the Yahooers think?

Answer 1

at least once a week

Answer 2

We never go to fast food places, but to restaurants, about 3 or 4 times a week!

Answer 3

Seems that you need support for your level fiscal comfort.

You may need to research the factors that contribute to your family's desire for this constant treat, i.e., is it a social thing, do they find that you or other family members are more engaging when away from the house, is it a stage in their individual growth?  How about the quality of meals at home, are they finishing what is served, are they asking for seconds?  The point is; if any of the above are superficial

or temporary reasons then you as the adult need to educate your family on the frequency and occasion for dinning out.

Answer 4

first off, feeding your kids and yourself ANY fast food isn't good.

watch the movie supersize me...you will see my point.

other wise, I have 2 children, my wife and I work long hours, and its just easier to eat out which we do 2-3 nights a week.

Chinese buffet is usually the # 1 choice, not a bad price either.

Do you clip coupons, do you watch for specials, it can be done but you have to do what fits you and your budget.

Answer 5

once a week

Answer 6

I think our family spends $300/month on just eating at restaurants.. My mom loves eating/trying new food and she's like the skinniest person ever. She's got a great body for someone in her mid 40's. Everyone thinks shes like in her 30's!! As for me, not so great! It is pretty unhealthy to eat out, but our town has so many cool and upscale restaurants that we just have to try it all!!

Max's Oyster Bar, Moe's, Shishkabob (idk how to spell that), Barcelona, Grants, and like at least 10 more that I just cant think of at the moment!

and there's another like 100 that I spend to go out with my friends... so yeah

Answer 7

We are a family of four and eat out about once every 2 weeks. I am a stay at home mom, though, and our money is pretty tight.