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How to save money on dining with inKind

Dec 21, 2025

What is inKind and why I'm excited about it.  inKind is a dining app that lets you pay for meals at over 5,500 restaurants, bars, and cafés across the US at a discount. The best part? You can stack inKind rewards by paying with your preferred high-earning cards (Amex Gold 4x, Citi Strata Elite 6x, or Chase Sapphire Reserve 3x, etc.) and receive credit while earning additional inKind dining credits for future restaurant charges.

👉 Just announced - limited bonus (through Jan 31, 2026):

  • 💰inKind referral bonus doubles from $25 to $50

  • 💰Your friends will receive $25 off a $50+ purchase

That means if you download the app then refer a partner or friend, you can unlock $75 off a dinner you were going to pay for anyway. 

REFERRAL LINK: https://app.inkind.com/refer/VTA6SBIR  

Here is how you maximize inKind benefits  

1️⃣ First, explore inKind participating restaurants nearby to make sure it's worth it. Dining out is expensive and I found five establishments I want to try or already dine at frequently.

2️⃣ Download the inKind app to your phone using my referral link. This is key to getting the increased referral bonus (I would appreciate it!).

3️⃣ Refer others once you’re signed up
After being authenticated, you then can share your own referral link with family and friends. Each referral earns bonuses $$$$ for both of you!

4️⃣ Further stack with discounted gift cards at www.costco.com 
If you currently have a Costco membership, they are selling $100 inKind egift cards for just $64.99 (limit 5).

5️⃣ How to use the inKind app when paying your bill
When you’re ready to pay, just open the app and tap “Pay Bill.” Enter the check number from your bill receipt and the restaurant will automatically be notified your bill has been paid — DONE!

6️⃣ Enjoy even more savings while traveling

In January, I’m travelling to Park City, UT and Hawaii, and I am looking forward to using my inKind benefits to save around 50% off my restaurant charges!

 

🚨 I usually write about travel strategies on how to fly for free, but once you’ve mastered airfare, the next step is optimizing hotels, food, and activities. inKind is one of the easiest wins I’ve found for cutting dining costs without changing how or where you eat.

If you want help stacking this with the right credit cards, just let me know.

 

Is now a good time to apply for another Card?

Thinking about taking a trip next year? Using these links and you can earn hundreds of thousands of points starting today giving you a huge head start on flights, hotels, and upgrades. Below are some of the best cards offers right now:

 

     LINK:      Amex Business Card 200k Offer 

     LINK:      Amex Personal Card 175k Offer

      LINK:      Capital One Venture X new 100k Offer 

      LINK:      Capital One Venture X Biz new 400k Offer 

     LINK:      Chase Sapphire Preferred 75k Offer 

      LINK:      Chase INK Business Preferred 100k Offer

  

  ✈️️ Reach out HERE to learn how to get started ✈️

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