Restaurants that have a Michelin star are substantially more expensive than your local fine-dining establishments. This is understandable, as they have higher running costs in order to offer the best possible experience for their customers. But this shouldn’t spook you. You can have an affordable meal at most Michelin-starred restaurants by simply following these tips.
Don’t Go During Weekends and Holidays
Weekends and holidays are usually the time when Michelin-starred restaurants will be packed and have special menus. There is a chance that the menu will be shorter and won’t feature any affordable items.
Have a Lunch Instead of Dinner
Michelin-starred restaurants are busiest during dinner time. Lunch is usually slow, and there are fewer customers, which causes restaurants to feature more affordable dishes or slash the prices of regular menu items.
Choose Daily Special
Daily specials are usually the most affordable thing on the menu. They might not be the food that you would otherwise order, but they will likely be outstanding as it is prepared by world-class kitchen staff and with fresh and quality ingredients.
Skip the Drinks
Drinks can make your bill go out of the affordable and into the expensive zone really quickly. Resist the temptation of ordering wine and instead be content with having just a glass of water.
