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A Guide to Restaurant Gift Certificates


Gift certificates are a popular gift choice for any occasion. There are a number of different gift certificates available; however, restaurant gift certificates are one of the most common types purchased. By providing a friend, colleague, or family member with a gift card to a restaurant, the customer is able to provide a useful yet thoughtful gift.

Where to Purchase Restaurant Gift Certificates

Customers are provided with a number of options for procuring a restaurant gift card. There are a number of different vendors, besides the actual restaurant, that will sell restaurant gift certificates, such as:

Retail Stores:
Many different retail stores, such as Target, CVS and small convenience stores have a kiosk specifically for selling gift cards. These kiosks offer a gift cards to a variety of restaurants with different values.

Online Websites:
Restaurants and retail stores also give customers the option of purchasing restaurant gift certificates online. In addition, there are a number of websites that offer discounts on local and national restaurants. Before purchasing a gift certificate, customers should explore their various options and obtain the best deal available.

Tips for Purchasing Restaurant Gift Certificates

Restaurant gift certificates can provide your recipients with a thoughtful, nice meal on your behalf. The following are tips that can help customers choose a restaurant gift certificate that best suits their needs.

Check for online deals:
Oftentimes, websites that provide “deals of the day” or other promotions will offer restaurant gift certificates. These websites commonly offer a deal where customers purchase a gift certificate for a certain amount, in exchange for greater value. To find a good deal in a local area, customers should browse online deal websites that offer restaurant gift certificates based on location and city.

Expiration Dates:
It is always a shame to take a gift certificate to a restaurant in expectations of a nice meal, only to realize that the gift certificate has experienced. Customers should always keep an eye on the expiration date when choosing a gift certificate. Some restaurant gift certificates do not have expiration dates, whereas others may only be valid until a certain time. When purchasing a gift certificate, customers should understand the details of the expiration date and ensure that they or their recipients can use the card within the allotted timeframe.

Restrictions:
A restaurant gift certificate may have certain guidelines, such as location-specific restrictions. For example, a restaurant gift certificate may only be valid in certain locations or stores. Other constraints may be placed on reselling purposes, or void of responsibility in the case of lost or damaged gift certificates. Before purchasing a gift card, make sure that you are aware of the fine print and restrictions.

For more information, the Department of Consumer Affairs has more tips and advice for customers choosing gift certificates.