Places to Eat Out and Not Exceed 440 Calories

dlcash58
dlcash58 Posts: 4
edited October 7 in Introduce Yourself
Does anyone have suggestions of places to eat out and what can be ordered that is within 440 Calorie meal? I've been eating at work, but end up working through lunch ... not good. I like to get out and eat out, but don't want to blow the good start I've got using MyFitnessPal.

If you live in NW Arkansas, your suggestions would be fantastic!!!
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  • katkins3
    katkins3 Posts: 1,359 Member
    Some food chains post their nutrition on line like: Ruby Tuesday, IHOP, Bob Evans and almost all fast food places.
  • dmprovenzanodoll
    dmprovenzanodoll Posts: 2
    yes get on the web sights before you go and plan your meals. Subway is always a great option for lunch or breakfast. Chick fil . also has their info posted.
  • LauraRose03
    LauraRose03 Posts: 140
    Subway!
  • pizzygirltx
    pizzygirltx Posts: 96
    why not pack a lunch and find a place to picnic? If that is an option. That way you can control your food.
  • merzback
    merzback Posts: 453 Member
    Panera asian chicken salad is HUGE and 400 calories!
  • sayfay
    sayfay Posts: 90 Member
    IMO, you can pretty much find anything at any restaurant. Here's what I do with eating out - I look at the menu online. Most places have nutritional information (if not, a lot of it - or something similar - is in the MFP database). I decide what I'm going to get before going to the restaurant and then log it. And when I get to the restaurant, I do not even look at the menu. That way I'm not tempted by anything else!

    Do you have a Bertucci's nearby? I LOVE the Tomato and Caprese Salad with grilled chicken - very filling and only 450 calories.
  • jame_104
    jame_104 Posts: 57 Member
    Applebee's might. Subway and Chic Fil A have some options. Just plan before you go, many places are getting better putting the nutritional info on thier website.
  • TinaS70
    TinaS70 Posts: 52 Member
    Arbys has about 4 or 5 different meal plans that are under 500
  • cardbucfan
    cardbucfan Posts: 10,571 Member
    you've got to be careful with sodium though. Seasons 52 ( a chain) touts itself as all menu items under 450 calories and it's good but holy cow the sodium is out of this world! I personally go to independent places usually that don't post their data online so I just work out harder that day, drink more water and eat something that sounds good to me. Eating out is a treat so I want to enjoy it.
  • ilookthetype
    ilookthetype Posts: 3,021 Member
    *giggles*

    Ahem. Most places that have the "Under ___" are Under 550 calories. Rock a house salad with plain grilled chicken and dressing on the side.
  • Gratzi
    Gratzi Posts: 21 Member
    Jason's deli has some good choices, but the sodium content can be quite high.
  • AlsDonkBoxSquat
    AlsDonkBoxSquat Posts: 6,128 Member
    Panera soup and salad. They have a great nutritional website that you can preplan your meals.

    Look at local restaurants that have soup, Jason's Deli has a lot of soups for low calories.
  • tomomatic
    tomomatic Posts: 1,794 Member
    Subway - I prefer to order a $5 foot long and save the second half for dinner.
    Taco Bell - They have a Fesco menu that uses low-fat alternatives in their food. (low taste, too)
  • mrsrobinsonlauraj
    mrsrobinsonlauraj Posts: 74 Member
    Applebees has many dinner options around the 500 calorie range and they fill you up. Steak, chicken, pasta....
  • LethaSue
    LethaSue Posts: 285 Member
    Jasons Deli and McAlisters Deli are good options as well. I think even places like Burger King and Mcdonalds have low calorie options.
  • rainbobrite929
    rainbobrite929 Posts: 116
    Does anyone have suggestions of places to eat out and what can be ordered that is within 440 Calorie meal? I've been eating at work, but end up working through lunch ... not good. I like to get out and eat out, but don't want to blow the good start I've got using MyFitnessPal.

    If you live in NW Arkansas, your suggestions would be fantastic!!!

    I LOVE Ruby Tuesdays ... check them out ... SOME of Subways subs are good too
  • tsimpson84
    tsimpson84 Posts: 35
    I work through my lunches too, but I make sure I always have low sodium soups, cups of fruit in juice, and lean cuisines in my work freezer just in case I work through. If you are to go out, like most people suggest, try Chick Fil A, Jason's Deli, Subway, Panera, or Whole Foods. Just be careful because much of this food is processed and high in sodium...
  • CookieCatCatcher
    CookieCatCatcher Posts: 324 Member
    Chipotle, If you skip the tortilla...
  • Suedre
    Suedre Posts: 435 Member
    I can eat virtually anywhere (save a pit BBQ place down the road that only has fried veggies on the menu). I'll be honest, I rarely order anything straight off the menu. I find something that is close to what I want and start taking off and making subistutions. In some cases, I order from the kid's menu and pay the upcharge for being an adult (most restaurants will do this if you ask). It can be done!! :)
  • gatorgirl7
    gatorgirl7 Posts: 103 Member
    Seasons 52--everything on the menu is under 465 calories and delicious!
  • UnderConstructionJ
    UnderConstructionJ Posts: 87 Member
    Ruby Tuesday's is one of my favorite for eating somewhat healthy when eating out.
  • UpEarly
    UpEarly Posts: 2,555 Member
    Panera asian chicken salad is HUGE and 400 calories!

    My favorite choice, too! I usually get the half salad with a cup of chicken noodle soup and an apple as a side. That comes in at 360 calories! Not bad!
  • bethskiles
    bethskiles Posts: 42
    Applebees has some weight watchers meals that are less than 500 calories.
  • UnderConstructionJ
    UnderConstructionJ Posts: 87 Member
    In order to get under 440...you have to SKIP ALOT from Chipotle. Their food nutritional information is OFF THE CHARTS...and that's if you skip the sour cream, cheese, and go with Chicken.
    Chipotle, If you skip the tortilla...
  • panduhburr
    panduhburr Posts: 40 Member
    Hey guys,

    Check out this website that I refer to when eating out (sometimes I double check with the restaurant's website if they have nutritional information available, just in case).

    She's been at this for quite some time!

    http://www.dwlz.com/restaurants.html
  • becoming_a_new_me
    becoming_a_new_me Posts: 1,860 Member
    Applebees has many dinner options around the 500 calorie range and they fill you up. Steak, chicken, pasta....

    I agree...Applebees has some great choices! The Dijon Chicken is 470 calories the way they make it, but if you order it without the mustard and cheese, sub the potatos for more veggies or a salad, you can cut it down to under 400!
  • NomNomCupcakes
    NomNomCupcakes Posts: 135 Member
    I always look ahead of time at the calorie information of the food at a restaurant before I go. I'm sure it's do-able for a lot of chain restaurants. If not just control your portion size. Instead of eating the full meal, eat half and save the rest for tomorrow. Skip a dessert! Just don't eat a dairy queen, trust me. I had a mini blizzard the SMALLEST size and it was like almost 400 calories. Are you kidding me?!? Hehe.
  • maureenjo
    maureenjo Posts: 3
    Applebee's has dinners for under 500 calories.
  • gods_gal
    gods_gal Posts: 301
    This is a website that lists the calories and WW Points Plus for most restaurants.

    http://www.exercise4weightloss.com/weight-watchers-points.html

    I look at it before we decide where we're going. We are cutting down on eating out though because the sodium is crazy high!
  • bcattoes
    bcattoes Posts: 17,299 Member
    If you have a Pita Pit, try the hummus, baba ganoush or veggie sandwiches. They come in at < 400 calories and are very filling.
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