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December 31, 2025
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Restaurant Picker: Where Should We Eat? Let the Wheel Decide!

Restaurant Picker: Where Should We Eat? Let the Wheel Decide!

RESTAURANT PICKER: WHERE SHOULD WE EAT?

Spinner Wheel Demo

"Where do you want to eat?" "I don't know, where do you want to eat?"

Sound familiar? End the endless loop with a restaurant picker wheel. Let randomness decide and save your relationships!

Use the Wheel of Names to settle the debate once and for all.


WHY USE A RESTAURANT PICKER?

Problem Solution
Decision Fatigue Let the wheel choose for you
"I Don't Care" Syndrome Everyone contributes options
Endless Debates Random selection ends arguments
Trying New Places Add restaurants you've never tried
Fair Rotation Everyone's favorites get a chance

HOW TO USE IT

Step 1: Gather Options

Ask everyone to contribute 2-3 restaurant ideas.

Example entries:

Thai Palace
Pizza Hut
Sushi Station
Taco Bell
The Burger Joint
Indian Garden

Step 2: Add to the Wheel

Enter all options into the Wheel of Names.

Step 3: Spin!

One dramatic spin and you have your answer. No more debates.

Step 4: Commit to the Choice

The wheel has spoken. No vetoes allowed!


RESTAURANT WHEEL IDEAS

🍽️ Cuisine Wheel

Can't pick a type of food? Spin for the cuisine first, then pick a restaurant.

Cuisine entries:

Italian
Mexican
Chinese
Indian
American
Thai
Japanese
Mediterranean

πŸ’° Budget Wheel

Different budgets for different days? Let the wheel decide.

Budget entries:

Fast Food ($)
Casual Dining ($$)
Nice Restaurant ($$$)
Special Occasion ($$$$)
Cooking at Home (FREE)

πŸš— Distance Wheel

How far are you willing to drive?

Distance entries:

Walking Distance
5-Minute Drive
15-Minute Drive
Worth the Trip
Order Delivery

πŸ• Speed Wheel

How much time do you have?

Speed entries:

Fast Food (15 min)
Counter Service (30 min)
Sit Down (45+ min)
Leisurely Meal (2 hours)

USE CASES

πŸ‘« Couples

The classic scenario. Both add options, both commit to the result. No hurt feelings.

Pro tip: Add "Cook Together" as an option for surprise date nights at home!

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ Families

Kids can add their favorites, parents can add healthier options. Democracy meets randomness.

Kid-approved entries:

McDonald's
Pizza Place
Pancake House
Burger King
Chinese Buffet

πŸ‘₯ Friend Groups

Everyone texts their suggestion. One person compiles and spins. Fair and fun!

Group-friendly entries:

Sports Bar
Trendy CafΓ©
Rooftop Restaurant
Food Truck Park
All-You-Can-Eat

πŸ’Ό Work Lunch

Team can't agree? Add everyone's picks and spin. Settles it instantly.


ADVANCED TIPS

🎯 Weight Your Preferences

Want some options to have a higher chance? Add them multiple times!

Sushi (really want this)
Sushi (really want this)
Pizza
Burgers
Tacos

❌ The Veto Rule

Optional variation: Each person gets ONE veto per week. Use it wisely!

πŸ”„ Remove After Selection

Going to the same place too often? Enable "remove winner" to rotate through your list.

πŸ“± Save Your Wheel

Create your go-to restaurant wheel and save it for weekly use.


FAQ

Q: What if the wheel picks somewhere closed?

Spin again! Or check hours before you spin.

Q: Can I add new restaurants later?

Yes! Edit your saved wheel anytime.

Q: Does it work on mobile?

Perfectly! Use it on the go.

Q: What if someone hates the result?

That's the dealβ€”everyone commits to the spin. Add only acceptable options!


BONUS: RESTAURANT DISCOVERY

Category Try Something New
Date Night That new place you've been meaning to try
Comfort Food The reliable local favorite
Adventurous A cuisine you've never had
Healthy The salad place you've been avoiding
Nostalgic Where you went on your first date

END THE "WHERE TO EAT" DEBATE

Ready to make dinner decisions easy?

Create Your Restaurant Wheel β†’

Free, fast, no signup required.


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