Why dining out discounts work differently from delivery discounts

A delivery discount is subsidised largely by the aggregator to win the order. A dine-in discount is usually offered by the restaurant itself to fill tables on slower days or slower hours, which is why it is tied to a reservation, a specific time slot, or a minimum bill.

That difference matters in practice:

• Flat % off applies to your final bill, sometimes excluding alcohol or taxes.
• Complimentary items (a dessert, a round of drinks, a starter) look smaller but often beat a percentage on a low bill.
• Cashback returns money later to a wallet or card, so it is not a discount at the table.
• Prepaid vouchers lock in a rate before you arrive and are common for buffets and brunches.

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