One way to save money is to share food. Especially when it is hot outside we don't like to eat alot and walk around in the heat. We haven't done the Dining Plan in a long time. We do eat offsite alot but our favorites we don't miss at WDW are Earle of Sandwich, Wolfgang Puck (huge portions), Beaches and Cream (DD and DH share a shake and DD and I share the Burger and Fries and we all all full). MK we like Columbia HH, Casey's, and have been known to order the double cheeseburger at Pecos Bill and pay for an extra bun and DD and I share. MK Dole Whip and ice cream sundaes are a good value also. Hope this helps.