5 Reasons Why It's Always Better To BYOB
Why BYOB Restaurants Are Better
Wine and dinner go together like... well, wine and dinner! Certain restaurants allow patrons to bring their own wine with them, and here are five reasons why it's always better to BYOB than order off the wine list.
Corking Fee? You Still Might Be Saving Money
Barring an exorbitant fee, the corking fee plus the retail price of the bottle should net you money saved. It's imperative that you call ahead and find out what the fee is just to be sure, though; anything over $25 could be too steep.
If There’s No Corking Fee, You Can Go Nuts
You got a promotion. It's your birthday. Whatever your reason, if there isn't a corking fee, you can bring as many bottles of wine you and your friends would like. Just make sure to have a plan for getting home.
You Can Share with the House
Bringing a bottle that you think is to die for? Show it off to the waiter or sommelier by offering him or her a sample. You'll feel good about letting them taste your delicious wine.
You’ll Avoid Markup Prices
Wine list markup prices average around 250 to 300 percent over retail. Don't pay all that extra money when you could just bring your own bottle.
You’ll Guarantee the Bottle of Your Choice
Don't risk finding out that a restaurant doesn't have that one cabernet you really wanted. Bring what you want — and enjoy it.