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Your side hustle is delicious
ChatGPT
You know that thing you do where you dissect your burger like you’re Gordon Ramsay on espresso? Good news, you can now get that burger for free.
Mystery dining is having a renaissance. You often get free food, tips and travel covered, usually via a prepaid card or voucher.
I had a guest on my show who racked up over $40,000 in free meals doing this. Not bad for someone who just wanted a decent steak.
🍔 How it works
You visit the restaurant, eat like a normal human, then unleash your inner food critic. But it’s not exactly a free lunch; you’re doing a job. Expect to answer detailed questions like:
- Was the staff friendly?
- How clean was the restaurant?
- Did your order arrive hot and on time?
You’ll usually submit photos and complete an online questionnaire after your visit. Some agencies might want you to write a short review.
🍽️ Mystery dining companies
Here are three legit agencies where you can sign up:
- Second to None: Been around for 30+ years. Offers assignments in fine dining, fast food and even retail.
- EyeSpy CC: Focuses heavily on upscale dining. Reviewers say budgets are generous and assignments are fun.
- Market Force: A big name in dining and retail. Assignments may start small, but regulars unlock better opportunities (and pay).
You may be asked to complete a practice test to show you can follow instructions.
🚨 Scam alert: Any company asking YOU to pay up front is scammier than a time-share in Jupiter (the planet). Run away like your entrée just came with a side of identity theft.
🍷 Menu decoded: At a fancy restaurant and have no idea what half the menu means? Ask ChatGPT to describe the dish. If there’s an online PDF of the menu, upload it and ask for suggestions based on your tastes. It can even tell you which wine pairs well with your meal. Beats asking the waiter, “What’s good here?”
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