Red wine being poured into a glass

How To Save Money When You're Drinking Wine At A Restaurant

NEWS

By NIKITA EHPANOV

Red wine being poured in a glass
Most eateries offer wine options by both the bottle and glass, and especially if you're with a group, ordering a bottle is the more financially savvy choice.
Red wine being poured into a glass
Glasses technically cost more per pour because the opened bottle may not be finished. Thus, most restaurants price their glasses so that they won't be at a loss.
Diners trying wine at a restaurant
Additionally, by-the-glass options are typically cheaper bottles with a steeper markup, both to minimize risks and appeal to a larger crowd.
Waiter holding a wine menu
If sharing your meal with one or two more diners, splitting a bottle is much more feasible considering you're getting five standard sized pours for the price.