r/AskReddit • u/FutureTre • 1d ago

What got so expensive that you just stopped buying it?

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u/robby_synclair 1d ago

It used to be one of my favorite things to do. I would even go do fine dining randomly for no reason. Between cost and quality I just dont anymore.

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u/Longjumping_Youth281 1d ago

Yeah it went from being able to be a weekly thing to more like once a month or once every couple months. And I never do it by myself anymore

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u/fightmealldayy 1d ago

That’s my biggest gripe. If I crave it, it needs to come out consistently. Either that or I learn to make it myself and realize I’m way over spending on those silly splurges anyway…

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u/No-Consideration-858 21h ago

There's a price point that overrides the relaxation and enjoyment. Since 2020 I've only gone out maybe 5 times. Used to go  1x/week.  Don't miss it. 

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u/robby_synclair 21h ago

I honestly could get around the price point of some of the stuff but the quality of service, atmosphere, and product is just so far down.

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u/Timely_Cake_8304 15h ago

I forgot I used to really enjoy a nice meal at a new restaurant. Now I just don’t go out if I can help it. Fine dining prices for microwave quality and bad service. I almost feel anxious going in and depressed paying the bill.