Whether you’re trying a new restaurant for the first time or returning to an old favorite, going with a significant other provides the perfect opportunity to expand your palate. By sharing all of the plates you order, you can try more dishes. However, sharing everything can make deciding what to get tough, which is when you can use the following strategies.

How to Decide What to Share at a Restaurant

1. Cancel Out Options

Most people have some foods that they don’t eat, whether because of dietary restrictions or personal preference. Know what your partner’s limitations are ahead of time, so you won’t suggest something that’s not an option. For example, a vegetarian won’t want to split a steak, or someone with Celiac disease will only consider gluten-free options.

2. Ask for Recommendations

Every restaurant is known for at least one signature dish. You can look them up on review sites like Yelp® or TripAdvisor® ahead of time to see if any dishes are highly recommended by past diners. Ask your server as well; they know what the most popular dishes are and can suggest their personal favorites.  

3. Flip a Coin

If all else fails, flip a coin. You may have narrowed it down to two options, and you each prefer one. Settle the debate, contention-free, by flipping a coin. Agree to order the one that loses the next time you visit.

If you and your partner often have trouble deciding what to eat, head to Waioli Grill & Cafe, a favorite local restaurant with unique Neo-American and Japanese food in Honolulu, HI. Their lunch set offers complete customization options for entrees and soups, so you can try as many dishes as you like. Plus, the options are much healthier than a typical plate lunch. Preview their menu online, and call the bistro at (808) 734-5298 to reserve a table.