eating out help

Freeman · 07-20-2002, 05:49 PM

Ok, so me and my buddies typically go out on the weekends to chain restaurants, at least once. In my town, we have Chili's, TGI-Friday's, Applebee's, and Ruby Tuesday. They all have pretty good food and good prices for a college guy. However, now that I've gotten wise and finally gotten serious about lifting and nutrition, I'm worried that I won't be able to eat anything at these places.

So, my question to all you guys who are where I want to be....what can I eat at these places? For those of you who frequent them enough and have fave. dishes, let me know what they are. What's good for a guy like me trying to put on muscle?? Or is there anything? Is dessert out? what about after a meal too? anything would help, cuz i'm probably going to one tonight!

Oh, also, what about asian food??? We have a new chinese restaurant in town as well as a new vietnamese place. What do ya think???? Feedback really appreciated!

THANKS! you know how it is being a newbie!

bigss75 · 07-20-2002, 06:54 PM

apple bees- chicken cheese bacon burger with salad minus bacon and cheese

Chillis- spicy chicken no fries the grilled spicy chicken not fried

david · 07-20-2002, 08:42 PM

Agreed with Bigss!

Chicken Grilled, Tuna on wheat, Fish grilled, etc. etc.

LAM · 07-20-2002, 09:09 PM

when eating out don't worry about the protein sources it's the sides of starchy carbs that cause concern.

regarding asian food(s)...beware of the rices (super high GI/GR) and some sweet sauces as they are high in sugars as well...

david · 07-20-2002, 11:17 PM

Make sure you say, without roaches or hold the cat please!

EarWax · 07-20-2002, 11:49 PM

Stacey · 07-22-2002, 04:58 PM

HMMM? At chilis they have a low fat menu.. theres a really good grilled chicken salad, and theres a grilled chick sandwhich/ w/ black beans.. Really good too!

J'Bo · 07-22-2002, 05:05 PM

I think i read the title of this thread wrong.
Heheeh.

EarWax · 07-22-2002, 05:28 PM

LOL!

Twin Peak · 07-22-2002, 05:38 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by J'Bo
I think i read the title of this thread wrong.
Heheeh.

Yeah this would be better in the sexual forum. J'Bo, why don't you post some tips there!

J'Bo · 07-22-2002, 07:39 PM

Ha ha very funny.

**Jodi** · 07-22-2002, 07:55 PM

I always get either grilled chicken, lean steak or burger without the bun. For sides, I tell them to hold the potatoes and ask for steamed veggies. If they don't have steamed veggies I get a garden salad with Olive Oil and Vinegar for my dressing. Definately skip dessert and the appetizers. All those places have usually a good protein source but definately be careful on the sides.

Twin Peak · 07-22-2002, 07:57 PM

Way too serious moch!

**Jodi** · 07-22-2002, 08:12 PM

Hey! I was just trying to provide some help for the guy.

w8lifter · 07-22-2002, 08:16 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by mochy
I always get either grilled chicken, lean steak or burger without the bun. For sides, I tell them to hold the potatoes and ask for steamed veggies. If they don't have steamed veggies I get a garden salad with Olive Oil and Vinegar for my dressing. Definately skip dessert and the appetizers. All those places have usually a good protein source but definately be careful on the sides.

Ditto!

Freeman · 07-22-2002, 09:12 PM

Much appreciated Mochy!

07-20-2002, 05:49 PM	#1
Freeman Bearded Attacker Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 2,648 Photos: 8	eating out help Ok, so me and my buddies typically go out on the weekends to chain restaurants, at least once. In my town, we have Chili's, TGI-Friday's, Applebee's, and Ruby Tuesday. They all have pretty good food and good prices for a college guy. However, now that I've gotten wise and finally gotten serious about lifting and nutrition, I'm worried that I won't be able to eat anything at these places. So, my question to all you guys who are where I want to be....what can I eat at these places? For those of you who frequent them enough and have fave. dishes, let me know what they are. What's good for a guy like me trying to put on muscle?? Or is there anything? Is dessert out? what about after a meal too? anything would help, cuz i'm probably going to one tonight! Oh, also, what about asian food??? We have a new chinese restaurant in town as well as a new vietnamese place. What do ya think???? Feedback really appreciated! THANKS! you know how it is being a newbie!

07-20-2002, 09:09 PM	#4
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07-22-2002, 04:58 PM	#7
Stacey Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Cypress, Texas Posts: 10,589 Photos: 23	HMMM? At chilis they have a low fat menu.. theres a really good grilled chicken salad, and theres a grilled chick sandwhich/ w/ black beans.. Really good too!
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07-22-2002, 05:05 PM	#8
J'Bo Cuddle Slut Join Date: May 2002 Location: Back in Canada Posts: 9,753 Photos: 6	I think i read the title of this thread wrong. Heheeh.
	....and thats my $.02

07-20-2002, 06:54 PM	#2
bigss75 Let Me See Yo Grill Elite Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: Colorado Posts: 5,123	apple bees- chicken cheese bacon burger with salad minus bacon and cheese Chillis- spicy chicken no fries the grilled spicy chicken not fried

07-20-2002, 08:42 PM	#3
david EAST COAST BRAT Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Waterworld, FL Posts: 25,420 Photos: 2	Agreed with Bigss! Chicken Grilled, Tuna on wheat, Fish grilled, etc. etc.

07-20-2002, 11:17 PM	#5
david EAST COAST BRAT Elite Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Waterworld, FL Posts: 25,420 Photos: 2	Make sure you say, without roaches or hold the cat please!

07-22-2002, 05:28 PM	#9
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07-22-2002, 07:39 PM	#11
J'Bo Cuddle Slut Join Date: May 2002 Location: Back in Canada Posts: 9,753 Photos: 6	Ha ha very funny.
	....and thats my $.02

07-22-2002, 07:55 PM	#12
Jodi Moderator Moderator Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 22,260 Photos: 1	I always get either grilled chicken, lean steak or burger without the bun. For sides, I tell them to hold the potatoes and ask for steamed veggies. If they don't have steamed veggies I get a garden salad with Olive Oil and Vinegar for my dressing. Definately skip dessert and the appetizers. All those places have usually a good protein source but definately be careful on the sides.

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07-22-2002, 08:12 PM	#14
Jodi Moderator Moderator Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 22,260 Photos: 1	Hey! I was just trying to provide some help for the guy.

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