Source of Frustration...eating out

 I will try eating REALLY slow.  Thanks!!

I really don't enjoy eating out anymore :( I used to LOVE LOVE LOVE going out to eat but now I really see it as a waste of time. I cant get what I really want and lettuce doesn't agree with me yet (and I HATE soup!) *sigh* whenever we go out now I just get a burger and take the bun off or a small appetizer...not satisfying at all LOL

I eat out with friends often and, although it was harder when I was fresh out of surgery, it's really easy now.  Frankly, we're all talking so much that no one notices what or how you're eating.  If a waitperson comes over to check, I say everything is wonderful and can I have a doggie bag.  Don't feel like you owe anyone an explanation for why you're not licking your plate clean!

The only serious issue I have with eating out is that I usually end a meal with a cup of coffee, and I can't do that anymore!  

I've never been a fan of restaurant eating. When I was younger it always seemed way too expensive for me when I could buy a box of mac n' cheese for less than $1. When I got a little older, I was into low carb, and got annoyed with the hassle of telling servers not to bring bread to my table and having to ask for things the way I like them, and all of the crap they put in food.

Now it's just a waste of time as it only takes me about 5 minutes to eat my few ounces of food. So when it comes to restaurants I just say NO. I rarely go to restaurants.. it has to be a very special occasion for someone very special to get me to go to a restaurant.. they annoy the crap out of me. All of the unhealthy portions, over-priced food and hassle to get my meal right.

I want to focus on other things in my life besides food anyway. So when people want to go out with me, I invite them for a walk, to go for a pedicure, to go to some tourist spot, a movie, anywhere but a freaking restaurant. I'm always pissed off after paying a restaurant bill too.. do you know even for a $30 meal with tip I could get like 3 bags of groceries at TJs.. total rip off scam.

I hate going out to eat. Went to TGIF the other night with my daughter. Ate some appetizer then couldnt eat my meal of course. The waitress offered to wrap it up but I felt so sick the sight of the food just made me want to throw up so I didnt even take it home but I did take home the vanilla bean cheesecake

It is frustrating until you know your limitations. I always order something I know will re-heat well because I NEVER eat a whole meal. I NEVER order anything breaded or fried - tummy HATES that! I always ask for a to-go box when my meal comes and immediately take away everything I cannot eat right then so I won't be tempted to over do it.

I've been splitting meals with my hubby which has worked out great and he's losing too.

Try Olive Garden - they have some wonderful choices that feel decadent but are not so bad. The mixes grill is a good one with the exception of the potatoes. I ask for them to substitute additional veggies and take the taters off. They will also give you soup to go if you ask for it. I have soup instead of the salad because lettuce doesn't sit great with me yet. Chicken & Gnocci is fab!