Is dining out cheaper than a trip to the grocery store?

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Rising prices are impacting pretty much every part of our lives, but could it actually be cheaper to enjoy a night out at a restaurant than take a trip to the grocery store? 

Many people are looking to save a few bucks any way they can when it comes to their meals. But is it worth it to give up on home-cooked meals in the long run? 

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