Source: The Points Guy
Summary
The article details how the author maximizes restaurant statement credits from abroad using gift cards. It explains that Resy and OpenTable restaurants often sell e-gift cards online, which can trigger credits on cards like the American Express Platinum and Chase Sapphire Reserve. The author tests small purchases first and uses gift cards to bank credits for future use. The strategy is most effective for cards with larger, less frequent credits. Some cards, like the Amex Gold, are less worth the effort due to smaller rewards and higher fees.
Our Reading
The escape is carefully planned.
Resy and OpenTable restaurants offer e-gift cards that trigger statement credits.
Austin restaurants like Suerte and Launderette are used for testing and reloading.
Credit cycles are stacked to cover larger meals with minimal out-of-pocket costs.
Gift cards are bought directly from restaurant sites, not third-party marketplaces.
Restaurant credits are less about dining and more about financial engineering.
Author: Evan Null
