5 Money Saving Food Apps You’ll Actually Use

If you're looking to save money on food and dining out, we’ve gathered some great tips and apps that are the perfect way to stretch your budget. With these easy hacks, you can save more and still treat yourself to a delicious meal or a casual grab and go bite.

  1. The Fork

TheFork is a popular restaurant booking app used across Europe and Australia. Owned by Tripadvisor, it lets you discover and book tables at over 60,000 restaurants, from casual spots to fine dining. It lets you instantly book from many restaurants, save up to 50%, earn rewards, and read trusted reviews, all in a simple easy to use app.

Whether you’re planning a night out or grabbing a casual bite, TheFork makes dining out easy and affordable.

2. NeoTaste

NeoTaste is a subscription based app that helps you discover great restaurants and enjoy exclusive deals like 2 for 1 mains or free desserts. Launched in 2021, it’s now in several UK cities with over 1 million users and 5,000+ partner restaurants. Perfect for food lovers looking to save while trying new places!

Check out their fantastic Manchester deals here and discover great savings at some of the city’s top restaurants!

3. Too Good To Go

Too Good To Go is an app that helps save the planet and your wallet. It hooks you up with leftover food from local spots like cafes, bakeries, and restaurants. So instead of tossing perfectly good eats, they sell them for cheap. You snag a surprise bag of food, they cut down on waste, and everyone wins.

4. Olio

Olio is a free app that lets you give away or pick up extra food and everyday items from people nearby. Whether it’s leftover groceries, spare toiletries, or fresh bread from local shops, it's all up for grabs.

Local businesses and volunteers also list surplus food that would otherwise go to waste. You get free stuff, help the planet, and connect with your community. Zero waste!

5. Tastecard

Tastecard is a UK membership that gives you 2 for 1 meals or up to 25% off at thousands of restaurants. It’s available every day, but some places may have restrictions or need booking.

Membership costs £34.99/year or £5.99/month, with a 90-day free trial. Access your digital card anytime via the Tastecard app on iOS and Android.

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