Uber eats are technically scamming you!

👋 Hey guys - Noah here,

Ever ordered a cheeky dessert from Uber Eats? Here's something mad I discovered that's costing us all money...

The Uber Eats Secret That's Draining Your Wallet

Picture this: You're scrolling through Uber Eats looking for cookie dough. You see:

• Cookie Dough Express (£8.99)

• Sweet Treats Bakery (£7.99)

• Gary's Dessert House (£9.49)

You pick the cheapest one, thinking you're being clever. But here's the thing...

They're all the same restaurant. 🤯

How Restaurants Are Playing Us

Restaurants have figured out a genius (but sneaky) way to dominate delivery apps. They create multiple "ghost kitchens" - fake restaurant names that all operate from the same kitchen.

That local dessert shop? They might be running 5 different "restaurants" on Uber Eats:

• Each with different branding

• Each with different prices

• Each targeting different customers

The same chocolate brownie that's £6 at "Treats" becomes a £9 "Artisan Belgian Chocolate Delight" at "Luigi's Patisserie."

Why Should You Care?

Because you're probably overpaying without even knowing it. I did a test last week and found the SAME chicken burger being sold for:

• £12.99 at "Burger Bros"

• £10.49 at "Classic American Diner"

• £14.99 at "Gourmet Burger Kitchen"

All from the same kitchen. Mental.

How to Beat Them at Their Own Game

Here's what I do now:

1. Check the address: Most delivery apps show the restaurant address. If multiple places share the same postcode, they're probably the same kitchen.

2. Compare the menus: Look for similar items with slightly different names. If three places all have "triple chocolate brownies" with identical descriptions, that's a red flag.

3. Read the small print: Some apps now show the "trading name" - the actual registered business behind the listing.

4. Order direct when possible: Find the actual restaurant and order from their website. You'll often save 20-30% by cutting out the middleman.

It’s not just Uber Eats

This isn't just happening with food. Car companies do it too - VW, SEAT, and Skoda often sell the same car with different badges and prices.

Companies are constantly finding new ways to maximise profit. The more aware we are, the better we can protect our wallets.

Speaking of protecting your wallet - I've been using Snoop to track exactly where my money goes each month. It automatically categorises all your spending and shows you where you might be getting ripped off (like those sneaky Uber Eats charges). Pretty eye-opening to see it all laid out.

Check out Snoop for free here - it's honestly changed how I manage my money.

Let me know if you've spotted any of these ghost kitchens in your area!

All the best, Noah