{"id":48665,"date":"2026-04-16T22:10:01","date_gmt":"2026-04-16T22:10:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/?p=48665"},"modified":"2026-04-17T16:54:32","modified_gmt":"2026-04-17T16:54:32","slug":"aadvantage-dining","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/airlines\/american-aadvantage\/aadvantage-dining\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Use the AAdvantage\u00ae Dining Program to Earn Miles and Loyalty Points on Meals"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>If you like to eat out, one of the easiest ways to boost your American Airlines mileage balance is by <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aadvantagedining.com\" rel=\"noopener\">signing up for the AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Dining program<\/a>. Registering takes almost no effort, and the program lets members earn bonus miles for dining at participating restaurants.<\/p>\n<p>In this post, we'll walk you through everything you need to know about AAdvantage Dining. We'll cover the basics of how the program works, highlight some lucrative bonuses, and share a few pro tips to keep the miles coming in.<\/p>\n<div id=\"toc_container\" class=\"toc_light_blue no_bullets\"><p class=\"toc_title\">Page Contents<\/p><ul class=\"toc_list\"><li><a href=\"#AAdvantage_Dining_Program_Basics\">AAdvantage Dining Program Basics<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Sign_Up_for_AAdvantage_Dining_to_Earn_Bonus_Miles_While_Eating_Out\">Sign Up for AAdvantage Dining to Earn Bonus Miles While Eating Out<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Earn_bonus_miles_for_signing_up\">Earn bonus miles for signing up<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#AAdvantage_Dining_membership_levels\">AAdvantage Dining membership levels<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Earning_Loyalty_Points_with_AAdvantage_Dining\">Earning Loyalty Points with AAdvantage Dining<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#How_to_Find_AAdvantage_Dining_Restaurants_Near_You\">How to Find AAdvantage Dining Restaurants Near You<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#Earn_a_reservation_bonus_at_select_restaurants\">Earn a reservation bonus at select restaurants<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Find_acclaimed_restaurants_through_AAdvantage_Dining\">Find acclaimed restaurants through AAdvantage Dining<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#American_Airlines_Dining_Program_Pro_Tips\">American Airlines Dining Program Pro Tips<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Maximize_Your_AA_Dining_Purchases\">Maximize Your AA Dining Purchases<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#American_Airlines_credit_cards\">American Airlines credit cards<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Citi_credit_cards\">Citi credit cards<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Other_bank_rewards_credit_cards\">Other bank rewards credit cards<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#Marriott_Bonvoy_credit_cards\">Marriott Bonvoy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> credit cards<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#Final_Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n<h2><span id=\"AAdvantage_Dining_Program_Basics\">AAdvantage Dining Program Basics<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>American Airlines partners with a nationwide network of restaurants through the AAdvantage Dining program. When you dine at a participating restaurant, the restaurant pays a small commission to AAdvantage Dining. In return, you earn bonus miles into your AAdvantage account. It's a simple way to rack up extra miles for meals you\u2019d be buying anyway.<\/p>\n<p>One of the great things about dining programs is that they don't typically cost anything to join. Even better, signing up only takes a matter of minutes.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_206202\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/313\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-206202 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-16-at-3.18.08\u202fPM-1024x428.png\" alt=\"&quot;How it Works&quot; graphic showing the three steps to earning miles while dining with AAdvantage Dining: finding a restaurant, dining, and paying.\" width=\"750\" height=\"313\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-16-at-3.18.08\u202fPM-1024x428.png 1024w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-16-at-3.18.08\u202fPM-300x125.png 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-16-at-3.18.08\u202fPM-768x321.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-16-at-3.18.08\u202fPM-1536x642.png 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Screenshot-2025-04-16-at-3.18.08\u202fPM.png 1958w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Credit: AAdvantage Dining<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Related: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/shopping\/dining-rewards-programs\/\" rel=\"noopener\">A Beginner's Guide to Using Dining Programs for Easy Points and Miles<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"Sign_Up_for_AAdvantage_Dining_to_Earn_Bonus_Miles_While_Eating_Out\">Sign Up for AAdvantage Dining to Earn Bonus Miles While Eating Out<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aadvantagedining.com\/Join\" rel=\"noopener\">Signing up for AAdvantage Dining<\/a> is simple. You'll provide some basic information, including your name and American Airlines number. Although you\u2019ll manage your dining account separately from your main AAdvantage account, you still need a frequent flyer number to join. If you don't have one yet, you can sign up <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aa.com\/loyalty\/enrollment\/enroll?from=Nav&anchorEvent=false&referer=\/apps\/&anchorLocation=Navigation+Menu&url=%2Floyalty%2Fenrollment%2Fenroll&_locale=en_US&reportedTitle=AAdvantage+Enroll+Now\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p class=\"custom-blue\">Once you've created your new loyalty program account, make sure to <a href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/account\/select-provider\" =_blank>link it to your AwardWallet account<\/a>. Don't have an AwardWallet account yet? <a href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/register?ref=235\" =_blank>Sign up for free<\/a> and track unlimited rewards programs and travel plans.<\/p>\n<p>Next, you'll be asked to link a credit card. You might wonder, &#8220;I thought this was free?&#8221; Fear not \u2014 AAdvantage Dining won't charge your card. Adding your card number lets the program track your eligible restaurant purchases.<\/p>\n<p>When you dine out and pay with your linked card, you\u2019ll automatically earn bonus miles based on your total spending, including tax and tip.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Earn_bonus_miles_for_signing_up\">Earn bonus miles for signing up<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Occasionally, AAdvantage Dining offers a <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/airlines\/dining-rewards-new-member-bonus\/\" rel=\"noopener\">bonus for new members<\/a> who complete their first dining purchase within a set time frame.<\/p>\n<p>Currently, new members can earn 500 bonus AAdvantage miles by spending $25 or more at a participating restaurant within 30 days of joining. If you\u2019re planning to dine out, order takeout, or get delivery soon, this is an easy way to boost your mileage balance.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_127491\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/381\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-127491 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screenshot-2023-09-29-at-10.46.21-AM.png\" alt=\"Earn 500 bonus miles in your first 30 days after signing up for the AAdvantage Dining program.\" width=\"750\" height=\"381\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screenshot-2023-09-29-at-10.46.21-AM.png 1684w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screenshot-2023-09-29-at-10.46.21-AM-300x152.png 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screenshot-2023-09-29-at-10.46.21-AM-1024x521.png 1024w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screenshot-2023-09-29-at-10.46.21-AM-768x390.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Screenshot-2023-09-29-at-10.46.21-AM-1536x781.png 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of AAdvantage Dining<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<h3><span id=\"AAdvantage_Dining_membership_levels\">AAdvantage Dining membership levels<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>AAdvantage Dining rewards you based on your membership level. The more you dine, the more you earn:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Basic Members:<\/strong> Earn 1 AAdvantage mile per $1 spent if you <strong>opt out<\/strong> of receiving email communications.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Select Members:<\/strong> Earn 3 AAdvantage miles per $1 spent if you <strong>opt in<\/strong> to receiving emails.<\/li>\n<li><strong>VIP Members:<\/strong> Earn 5 AAdvantage miles per $1 spent if you <strong>opt in<\/strong> to email communications and complete <strong>11 qualifying dining transactions<\/strong> within a calendar year. (VIP status kicks in starting with your 12th qualifying purchase.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure id=\"attachment_205762\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/298\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-205762 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/aadining-4-14.jpg\" alt=\"AA Dining progress\" width=\"750\" height=\"298\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/aadining-4-14.jpg 792w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/aadining-4-14-300x119.jpg 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/aadining-4-14-768x305.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of AAdvantage Dining<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>There\u2019s no official cap on how many AAdvantage miles you can earn through the dining program. However, some participating restaurants may impose limits on how much you can earn in a single transaction, so it's a good idea to check the fine print if you\u2019re planning a big outing.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Earning_Loyalty_Points_with_AAdvantage_Dining\">Earning Loyalty Points with AAdvantage Dining<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Beyond earning miles you can redeem for flights on American Airlines and its many partners, you\u2019ll also earn Loyalty Points through AAdvantage Dining.<\/p>\n<p>When you make a purchase using AAdvantage Dining, you will start by earning an equal number of Loyalty Points. Plus, once you accrue 60,000 Loyalty Points, you'll earn a 25% Loyalty Point bonus on AAdvantage Dining purchases (via <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/airlines\/american-aadvantage\/loyalty-point-rewards-choices\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Loyalty Point Rewards<\/a>).<\/p>\n<p>Even if you don\u2019t dine out often, enrolling in AAdvantage Dining and earning occasional miles can help you reach elite status and unlock Loyalty Point Rewards faster than you might expect.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Related: <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/airlines\/american-aadvantage\/loyalty-points\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Your Complete Guide to American Airlines Advantage Loyalty Points<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h2><span id=\"How_to_Find_AAdvantage_Dining_Restaurants_Near_You\">How to Find AAdvantage Dining Restaurants Near You<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve joined the program, it\u2019s time to find restaurants where you can earn bonus miles. Click the \u201cBrowse Restaurants\u201d button at the bottom of the AAdvantage Dining homepage to open the search page, which includes a map powered by Google Maps.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_251716\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/304\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-251716 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.57.52-scaled.png\" alt=\"AA dining search\" width=\"750\" height=\"304\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.57.52-scaled.png 2560w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.57.52-750x304.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.57.52-900x364.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.57.52-768x311.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.57.52-1536x622.png 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.57.52-2048x829.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of AAdvantage Dining<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>You can search using your current location, a general area, an address, or a specific restaurant name. The map also lets you filter results by price range, cuisine type, ratings, and bonus availability. As you zoom in, you'll see partner restaurants appear, and selecting one will show more details about the restaurant.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_251719\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/354\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-251719 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.58.52.png\" alt=\"AA dining search for NY\" width=\"750\" height=\"354\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.58.52.png 2192w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.58.52-750x354.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.58.52-900x425.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.58.52-768x362.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.58.52-1536x725.png 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.58.52-2048x966.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of AAdvantage Dining<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Choosing a restaurant will redirect you to a page with reviews, earning terms, and other helpful information to plan your visit.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_251720\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/303\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-251720 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.55.54.png\" alt=\"AA dining restaurant page\" width=\"750\" height=\"303\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.55.54.png 2232w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.55.54-750x303.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.55.54-900x364.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.55.54-768x310.png 768w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.55.54-1536x621.png 1536w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-07.55.54-2048x828.png 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of AAdvantage Dining<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve found a restaurant you like, simply dine there and pay with your linked credit card. Your bonus miles should post automatically to your AAdvantage account within a few weeks.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"Earn_a_reservation_bonus_at_select_restaurants\">Earn a reservation bonus at select restaurants<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Some restaurants also offer reservations through the AAdvantage Dining platform. After selecting a restaurant, you\u2019ll see available dates and times. When you book through the platform and pay with your linked card, you\u2019ll earn the regular miles, plus a 50-mile reservation bonus.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_251721\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/677\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-251721 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-08.50.44-e1773838824341.png\" alt=\"AA dining reservations\" width=\"750\" height=\"677\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-08.50.44-e1773838824341.png 990w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-08.50.44-e1773838824341-750x677.png 750w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-08.50.44-e1773838824341-900x812.png 900w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Screenshot-2026-03-18-at-08.50.44-e1773838824341-768x693.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of AAdvantage Dining<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<h3><span id=\"Find_acclaimed_restaurants_through_AAdvantage_Dining\">Find acclaimed restaurants through AAdvantage Dining<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a special night out, AAdvantage Dining offers an \u201cAcclaimed Restaurants\u201d filter showcasing top-rated spots in select cities. You can use this filter to easily find higher-end restaurants that participate in the program.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_205773\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-aspectratio=\"750\/287\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-205773 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/acclaimed-4-14.jpg\" alt=\"List of AA Dining Acclaimed restaurants. \" width=\"750\" height=\"287\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/acclaimed-4-14.jpg 1267w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/acclaimed-4-14-300x115.jpg 300w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/acclaimed-4-14-1024x392.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/acclaimed-4-14-768x294.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><center><em>Screenshot of AAdvantage Dining<\/em><\/enter><\/figure>\n<h2><span id=\"American_Airlines_Dining_Program_Pro_Tips\">American Airlines Dining Program Pro Tips<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Earning rewards through AAdvantage Dining is a pretty straightforward process, but there are a few tips to keep in mind to avoid missing out on bonus miles:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Only one dining program will award miles per transaction.<\/strong> If you try to link the same credit card to multiple dining programs, you\u2019ll only earn a bonus from one, usually the program where you most recently registered the card.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Pay attention to individual restaurant restrictions.<\/strong> Some restaurants impose limitations, such as blackout days when bonus miles are not awarded. For example, a restaurant offering a reservation bonus might exclude Fridays. Always check the fine print before you dine to avoid missing out.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Link your cards and forget about it.<\/strong> The best strategy is to link all your credit cards to AAdvantage Dining and let the rewards accumulate naturally. While extra miles are nice, dining programs generally aren\u2019t worth changing your restaurant plans for. Think of them as an easy way to earn extra miles on meals you were already going to enjoy.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Not every location of a chain participates.<\/strong> Most dining program partners are local restaurants. But just because one Pizza Hut or Chili\u2019s participates doesn\u2019t mean all of them do. If it matters for earning bonus miles, double-check before you order.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2><span id=\"Maximize_Your_AA_Dining_Purchases\">Maximize Your AA Dining Purchases<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Bonus miles earned through American Airlines dining are in addition to any credit card rewards earned when you pay. Choosing the right card for restaurant purchases is essential for maximizing your earnings.<\/p>\n<h3><span id=\"American_Airlines_credit_cards\">American Airlines credit cards<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>To maximize your AAdvantage earnings, consider using an AA co-branded card for your meal purchases. One of the best options could be the <a data-ccid=\"3004018\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/american-aadvantage\/citi-aadvantage-platinum-select\/\">Citi<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> \/ AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Platinum Select<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> World Elite Mastercard<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/a>, as it earns 2X bonus miles per dollar spent at restaurants.<\/p>\n<p><div class=\"qs-card\" data-id=\"3004018\">\n            <div class=\"qs-data\">\n                <div class=\"qs-view\">\n                    <div class=\"qs-cardname\">Citi<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> \/ AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Platinum Select<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> World Elite Mastercard<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-image\"><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/c8ad7e8f-5b61-4e76-9b84-26872e38d537.jpg\" width=\"150\" alt=\"Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Platinum Select\u00ae World Elite Mastercard\u00ae\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-apply\"><a class=\"qs-how-apply\" data-ccid=\"3004018\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CR-CitiAAdvantagePlatinumSelectWorldEliteMasterCard\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-rates\"><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Offer<\/strong>\r\nEarn 60,000 American Airlines AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus miles after $3,000 in purchases within the first 3 months of account opening.<\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <div class=\"qs-info\">\n                    <strong class=\"qs-cardname\">Citi<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> \/ AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Platinum Select<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> World Elite Mastercard<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/strong>\n                    <div class=\"qs-offer\"><strong>Welcome Offer<\/strong>\r\nEarn 60,000 American Airlines AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus miles after $3,000 in purchases within the first 3 months of account opening.<\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee:<\/strong><b>$99, waived for first 12 months<\/b><\/div>\n                    <div class=\"qs-tabs\"><a class=\"qs-more\" href=\"#more\">Show more<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"wwl\">Why We Like It<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"hl\">Highlights<\/a><a href=\"\" data-tab=\"er\">Earning Rates<\/a><div class=\"qs-tab-wwl\">The AA Platinum Select card is a great choice for anyone who travels at least a few times per year with American Airlines. Cardholders get a free checked bag on domestic itineraries, priority boarding and a 25% discount on in-flight purchases.\r\n<br>\r\n<br>\r\nWith these perks, it's easy to justify the annual fee of $99, waived for first 12 months.<\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-hl\"><ul>\r\n<li>Free checked bags for you and up to 4 companions on domestic itineraries<\/li>\r\n<li>Priority boarding to help you win the race for overhead bin space<\/li>\r\n<li>A 25% discount on inflight food, beverage, and Wi-Fi purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><div class=\"qs-tab-er\"><ul>\r\n<li>Earn 2X miles for every $1 spent at restaurants<\/li>\r\n<li>Earn 2X miles for every $1 spent at gas stations<\/li>\r\n<li>Earn 2X miles for every $1 spent on eligible American Airlines purchases<\/li>\r\n<li>Earn 1X mile for every $1 spent on all other purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <a class=\"qs-share\" href=\"\/find-a-card\/CitiAAPlatMC\/\" title=\"copy\"><svg width=\"12\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 16\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><use href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/awardwallet\/public\/builds\/icon\/icon-sprite.svg?v2026-5-6c201d263#share-square\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/use><\/svg><\/a>\n        <\/div><\/p>\n<p>Some of the other AA credit card options include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a data-ccid=\"3004054\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/american-aadvantage\/citi-aadvantage-executive\/\">Citi<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> \/ AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Executive World Elite Mastercard<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/a>:<\/strong> Earn 70,000 American Airlines AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus miles after $7,000 in purchases in the first 3 months of account opening.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a data-ccid=\"255\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/american-aadvantage\/citi-aadvantage-globe-card-review\/\">Citi<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> \/ AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Globe\u2122 Mastercard<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/a>: <\/strong>Earn 60,000 AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus miles after $4,000 in purchases in the first 3 months<\/li>\n<li><strong><a data-ccid=\"4048125\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/american-aadvantage\/mileup-card\/\">American Airlines AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> MileUp<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/a>: <\/strong>Earn 15,000 American Airlines AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus miles after making $500 in purchases within the first 3 months of account opening.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"compare-cards-wrap compare-count-cards-3 compare-p-citi\"><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/2628f593-03e8-4f83-af89-1f091a9fc10a.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Executive World Elite Mastercard\u00ae\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Citi<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> \/ AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Executive World Elite Mastercard<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Offer<\/strong>\r\nEarn 70,000 American Airlines AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus miles after $7,000 in purchases in the first 3 months of account opening.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"qs-how-apply\" data-ccid=\"3004054\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CR-CitiAAdvantageExecutiveWorldEliteMasterCard\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$595<\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--5\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent, Good<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul><li>Earn 10X miles for every $1 spent on eligible hotels booked at aa.com\/hotels and eligible rental cars booked through aa.com\/cars<\/li>\r\n<li>Earn 4X miles for every $1 spent on eligible American Airlines purchases (increased to 5X miles through the end of the calendar year after you pass $150,000 in purchases annually)<\/li>\r\n<li>Earn 1X mile for every $1 spent on all other purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img data-aspectratio=\"150\/94\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/CardArt-CitiAAdvantageGlobeMastercard.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"Citi\u00ae \/ AAdvantage\u00ae Globe\u2122 Mastercard\u00ae\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Citi<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> \/ AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Globe\u2122 Mastercard<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong> Earn 60,000 AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus miles after $4,000 in purchases in the first 3 months<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"qs-how-apply\" data-ccid=\"255\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CitiAAdvantageGlobeCard\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$350<\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--0\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/c2f8754c-6f3d-4639-a779-f1d6a5c6e831.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"American Airlines AAdvantage\u00ae MileUp\u00ae Card\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">American Airlines AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> MileUp<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong> Earn 15,000 American Airlines AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus miles after making $500 in purchases within the first 3 months of account opening.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"qs-how-apply\" data-ccid=\"4048125\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CR-AmericanAirlinesAAdvantageMileUpCard\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$0<\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--5\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent, Good<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul>\r\n<li>2 AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> miles for each $1 spent at grocery stores, including grocery delivery services<\/li>\r\n<li>2 AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> miles for every $1 spent on eligible American Airlines purchases<\/li>\r\n<li>1 AAdvantage<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> mile for every $1 spent on other purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><span id=\"Citi_credit_cards\">Citi credit cards<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Another option is to use a card that earns <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/citi-thankyou-rewards\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Citi ThankYou<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points<\/a> for your dining purchase. In mid-2025, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/news\/citi-thankyou-rewards\/transfer-citi-points-american-airlines\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Citi re-added American Airlines as a transfer partner<\/a>. Because of this, any Citi ThankYou Points you earn by eating out you can transfer to AAdvantage to earn even more AAdvantage miles.<\/p>\n<div class=\"compare-cards-wrap compare-count-cards-3 compare-p-citi\"><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img data-aspectratio=\"150\/95\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/CardArt-CitiStrataEliteCard.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"Citi Strata Elite\u2120 Card\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Citi Strata Elite\u2120 Card<\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong> Earn 75,000 bonus Points after spending $6,000 in the first 3 months of account opening. <\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-apply-now\" title='Citi Strata Elite\u2120 Card' data-ccid=\"242\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CitiStrataElite?var2=ccid~242\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$595<span class=\"compare-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"242\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=a3pDkecFgAg&offerid=1978593.4347&type=3&subid=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--0\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul>\r\n<li>12X \u2013 Earn 12 Points per $1 spent on Hotels, Car Rentals, and Attractions booked on cititravel.com.<\/li>\r\n<li>6X \u2013 Earn 6 Points per $1 spent on Air Travel booked on cititravel.com.<\/li>\r\n<li>6X \u2013 Earn 6 Points per $1 spent at Restaurants including Restaurant Delivery Services on CitiNights\u2120 purchases, every Friday and Saturday from 6 PM to 6 AM ET. Earn 3 Points per $1 spent any other time.<\/li>\r\n<li>1.5X \u2013 Earn 1.5 Points per $1 spent on All Other Purchases.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/11937075.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"Citi Strata Premier\u00ae Card\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Citi Strata Premier<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Offer<\/strong>\r\nEarn 60,000 bonus ThankYou<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points after spending $4,000 in the first 3 months of account opening, redeemable for $600 in gift cards or travel rewards at thankyou.com.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-apply-now\" title='Citi Strata Premier\u00ae Card' data-ccid=\"520083\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CR-CitiPremierCard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$95<span class=\"compare-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"520083\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=a3pDkecFgAg&offerid=1978593.4328&type=3&subid=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--5\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent, Good<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul>\r\n<li>10X on Hotels, Car Rentals, and Attractions booked through CitiTravel.com<\/li>\r\n<li>3X \u2013 Earn 3 Points per $1 spent on Air Travel and Other Hotel Purchases<\/li>\r\n<li>3X \u2013 Earn 3 Points per $1 spent on Restaurants<\/li>\r\n<li>3X \u2013 Earn 3 Points per $1 spent on Supermarkets<\/li>\r\n<li>3X \u2013 Earn 3 Points per $1 spent on Gas and EV Charging Stations <\/li>\r\n<li>1X \u2013 Earn 1 Point per $1 spent on All Other Purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img data-aspectratio=\"150\/94\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/CardArt-CitiStrataCard.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"Citi Strata\u2120 Card\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Citi Strata\u2120 Card<\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong> Earn 20,000 bonus Points after spending $1,000 in the first 3 months of account opening.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-apply-now\" title='Citi Strata\u2120 Card' data-ccid=\"241\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CitiStrataCard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$0<span class=\"compare-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"241\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=a3pDkecFgAg&offerid=1960645.4297&type=3&subid=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--0\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent, Good Credit<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul>\r\n  <li>5X \u2013 Earn 5 ThankYou<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points for each $1 spent on Hotels, Car Rentals and Attractions booked on Citi Travel\u2120 via cititravel.com<\/li>\r\n  <li>3X \u2013 Earn 3 ThankYou<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points for each $1 spent in an eligible Self-Select Category of your choice (Fitness Clubs, Select Streaming Services, Live Entertainment, Cosmetic Stores\/Barber Shops\/Hair Salons, or Pet Supply Stores). Choose your eligible Self-Select Category on Citi Online or by calling customer service. The default Self-Select Category is Select Streaming Services.<\/li>\r\n  <li>3X \u2013 Earn 3 ThankYou<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points per $1 spent at Supermarkets<\/li>\r\n  <li>3X \u2013 Earn 3 ThankYou<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points per $1 spent on Select Transit purchases<\/li>\r\n  <li>3X \u2013 Earn 3 ThankYou<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points per $1 spent at Gas and EV Charging Stations<\/li>\r\n  <li>2X \u2013 Earn 2 ThankYou<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points per $1 spent at Restaurants<\/li>\r\n  <li>1X \u2013 Earn 1 ThankYou<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Point per $1 spent on All Other Purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><span id=\"Other_bank_rewards_credit_cards\">Other bank rewards credit cards<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you're interested in maximizing your earnings regardless of currency, you'll probably want to use the <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/best-credit-card-for-dining\/\" rel=\"noopener\">best card for dining purchases<\/a>. There are a lot of great options, but some of our favorites include:<\/p>\n<div class=\"compare-cards-wrap compare-count-cards-3 compare-p-chase\"><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/4206696d-827e-44e5-bfc0-d0ce86822875.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"American Express\u00ae Gold Card\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">American Express<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Gold Card<\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Offer<\/strong>\r\nFind Out Your Offer. You may be eligible for as high as 100,000 Membership Rewards<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Points after spending $8,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-how-apply\" title='American Express\u00ae Gold Card' data-ccid=\"4028085\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CR-AmericanExpressGoldCard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$325<span class=\"compare-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"4028085\" href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/card-application\/apply\/prospect\/terms\/gold-card\/91101-10-0\/?print#terms-details\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><br>(Terms apply)<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--5\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent, Good<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul><li>4X Membership Rewards<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> points at restaurants worldwide, plus takeout and delivery in the U.S. (on up to $50,000 per year in purchases, then 1X)<\/li>\r\n \t<li>4X Membership Rewards<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> points at U.S. supermarkets (on up to $25,000 per year in purchases, then 1X)<\/li>\r\n        <li>5X Membership Rewards<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> points on prepaid hotels booked on amextravel.com<\/li>\r\n        <li>3X Membership Rewards<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> points on flights booked directly with airlines or on amextravel.com<\/li>\r\n        <li>2X Membership Rewards<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> points on prepaid car rentals booked through amextravel.com<\/li>\r\n        <li>2X Membership Rewards<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> points on cruises booked and paid through amextravel.com\r\n        <li>1X on other eligible purchases<\/li>\r\n        <\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/565192b2-c5cc-4edc-89ae-b8bba7a63750.png\" width=\"150\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Chase Sapphire Reserve<sup>\u00ae<\/sup><\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 150,000 bonus points after you spend $6,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-apply-now\" title='Chase Sapphire Reserve\u00ae' data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphireReserve\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$795<span class=\"compare-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"4048084\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=g3lR0xvjyAU&offerid=1975477.10005148&type=3&subid=0bace461f8915938cf5d5c2e8fb237735&subid=639396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--6\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul>\r\n<li>8x points on all purchases through Chase Travel\u2120<\/li>\r\n<li>4x points on flights and hotels booked directly<\/li>\r\n<li>3x points on dining worldwide<\/li>\r\n<li>1x points on all other purchases<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/7e0262fd-5b61-413b-8b01-c8feec5b1d04.png\" alt=\"Chase Sapphire Preferred\u00ae Card\" width=\"150\"\/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Chase Sapphire Preferred<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 75,000 bonus points after you spend $5,000 on purchases in the first 3 months from account opening.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-apply-now\" title='Chase Sapphire Preferred\u00ae Card' data-ccid=\"2061159\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/ChaseSapphirePreferredCard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">Apply Now<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$95<span class=\"compare-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"2061159\" href=\"https:\/\/click.linksynergy.com\/fs-bin\/click?id=g3lR0xvjyAU&offerid=1753725.10005147&type=3&subid=053da9ef85a8bb29ce806d5c698b08996&subid=639396\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--5\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent, Good<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul>\r\n<li>5X points on Lyft rides through September 2027<\/li>\r\n<li>5X points on travel purchased through Chase Travel\u2120<\/li>\r\n<li>3X points on dining at restaurants worldwide<\/li>\r\n<li>3X points on eligible streaming services<\/li>\r\n<li>3X points on online grocery purchases (excluding Target, Walmart, and wholesale clubs)<\/li>\r\n<li>2X points on all other travel<\/li>\r\n<li>1X point per dollar spent on all other purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h3><span id=\"Marriott_Bonvoy_credit_cards\">Marriott Bonvoy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> credit cards<\/span><\/h3>\n<p>Another angle worth considering is using a <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/credit-cards\/marriott-bonvoy\/marriott-credit-card\/\" rel=\"noopener\">Marriott Bonvoy co-branded credit card<\/a> to pay for your meal. While no major bank currency currently transfers to AA, you can <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"\/airlines\/american-aadvantage\/transfer-partners\/\" rel=\"noopener\">transfer Marriott Bonvoy points to AAdvantage miles<\/a> at a ratio of 3:1. Some of the best Marriott Bonvoy cards currently available include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong><a data-ccid=\"5048293\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/marriott-bonvoy\/amex-marriott-bevy\/\">Marriott Bonvoy Bevy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> American Express<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/a>:<\/strong> Earn 175,000 Marriott Bonvoy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus points after you use your new Card to make $5,000 in purchases within the first 6 months of Card Membership. Offer Ends 5\/13\/2026.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a data-ccid=\"4048231\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/marriott-bonvoy\/amex-bonvoy-brilliant\/\">Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> American Express<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/a>: <\/strong>Earn 200,000 Marriott Bonvoy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus points after you use your new Card to make $6,000 in purchases within the first 6 months of Card Membership. Offer Ends 5\/13\/2026.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a data-ccid=\"4048147\" href=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/credit-cards\/marriott-bonvoy\/amex-marriott-business\/\">Marriott Bonvoy Business<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> American Express<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/a>: <\/strong>Earn 3 Free Night Awards after you spend $6,000 in purchases and an extra 2 Free Night Awards after you spend an additional $3,000 in purchases on the Card within the first 6 months of Card Membership.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"compare-cards-wrap compare-count-cards-3 compare-p-american-express\"><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.nextinsure.com\/imaging\/opt\/78194071-052d-428a-ac7c-204876e29293.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"Marriott Bonvoy Bevy\u00ae American Express\u00ae Card\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Marriott Bonvoy Bevy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> American Express<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong>\r\nEarn 175,000 Marriott Bonvoy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus points after you use your new Card to make $5,000 in purchases within the first 6 months of Card Membership. Offer Ends 5\/13\/2026.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-how-apply\" title='Marriott Bonvoy Bevy\u00ae American Express\u00ae Card' data-ccid=\"5048293\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CR-MarriottBonvoyBevyAmericanExpressCard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$250<span class=\"compare-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"5048293\" href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/card-application\/apply\/prospect\/terms\/marriott-bonvoy-bevy-card\/26129-10-0\/#offer-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><br>(Terms Apply)<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--5\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent, Good<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul>\r\n<li>6X points on purchases at hotels participating in Marriott Bonvoy<\/li>\r\n<li>4X points on up to $15,000 in combined purchases per year at restaurants worldwide and at U.S. supermarkets<\/li>\r\n<li>2X points on all other eligible purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul> <\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img data-aspectratio=\"150\/95\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/CardArt-MarriottBonvoyBrilliantAmericanExpressCard.png\" width=\"150\" alt=\"Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant\u00ae American Express\u00ae Card\" \/ class=\"lazyload\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> American Express<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Offer<\/strong> Earn 200,000 Marriott Bonvoy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> bonus points after you use your new Card to make $6,000 in purchases within the first 6 months of Card Membership. Offer Ends 5\/13\/2026.<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-how-apply\" title='Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant\u00ae American Express\u00ae Card' data-ccid=\"4048231\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/CR-MarriottBonvoyBrilliantAmericanExpressCard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$650<span class=\"compare-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"4048231\" href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/card-application\/apply\/prospect\/terms\/marriott-bonvoy-brilliant-card\/26129-10-0#offer-terms\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><br>(Terms Apply)<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--5\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent, Good<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul>\r\n<li>6X points on purchases at Marriott Properties<\/li>\r\n<li>3X points at restaurants worldwide, including takeout and delivery<\/li>\r\n<li>3X points on  flights booked directly with airlines<\/li>\r\n<li>2X points on all other eligible purchases<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-card\"><div class=\"compare-pre\"><div class=\"compare-image\"><div><img data-aspectratio=\"150\/95\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-src=\"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/AmexBonvoyBiz-1-e1663927720390.png\" alt=\"AmexBonvoyBiz\" \/ class=\"lazyload\">\r\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-name\">Marriott Bonvoy Business<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> American Express<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> Card<\/div><div class=\"compare-offer\"><strong>Welcome Bonus<\/strong> Earn 3 Free Night Awards after you spend $6,000 in purchases and an extra 2 Free Night Awards after you spend an additional $3,000 in purchases on the Card within the first 6 months of Card Membership.  <\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-apply\"><a class=\"btn-use qs-how-apply\" title='Marriott Bonvoy Business\u00ae American Express\u00ae Card' data-ccid=\"4048147\" href=\"\/blog\/link\/MarriottBonvoyBusinessAmericanExpressCard\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\">How to Apply<\/a><\/div><div class=\"compare-fee-score\"><div class=\"compare-fee\"><strong>Annual Fee<\/strong><p>$125<span class=\"compare-terms\"><a data-ccid=\"4048147\" href=\"https:\/\/www.americanexpress.com\/us\/credit-cards\/card-application\/apply\/prospect\/terms\/marriott-bonvoy-business-american-express-card\/42732-9-0?key=tncBody&rwdFlag=rwd#FeeTable\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Rates & Fees<\/a><br>(Terms apply)<\/span><\/p><\/div><div class=\"compare-rating compare-rating--5\"><strong>Credit Score<\/strong><p>Excellent, Good<\/p><\/div><\/div><div class=\"compare-earning\"><ul><li>6x Marriott Bonvoy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> points on each dollar of eligible purchases at hotels participating in the Marriott Bonvoy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> program.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>4x Marriott Bonvoy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> points on each dollar of eligible purchases made at restaurants worldwide, at U.S. gas stations, on wireless telephone services purchased directly from U.S. service providers and on U.S. purchases for shipping<\/li>\r\n        <li>2x Marriott Bonvoy<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> points per dollar on all other eligible purchases<\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<h2><span id=\"Final_Thoughts\">Final Thoughts<\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unless you spend an outrageous amount of money at restaurants every month, dining programs aren't likely to make up a substantial percentage of your mileage earnings. However, you'd be surprised how quickly miles add up if you earn them from multiple methods!<\/p>\n<p>Any well-grounded points strategy involves utilizing all mileage-earning opportunities available, including shopping portals and dining programs. Considering it's free and takes minimal effort, the AAdvantage Dining Program is a terrific tool to add to your belt while building your stash of AA miles.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the best ways to boost your balance of AA miles is with the AAdvantage\u00ae Dining Program. Simply create an account, link a card, and watch the miles roll in whenever you dine at a partner restaurant. It&#8217;s that easy! In this guide, we&#8217;re walking you through the entire process.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":80,"featured_media":48680,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","_wpscppro_dont_share_socialmedia":null,"_wpscppro_custom_social_share_image":0,"_facebook_share_type":"default","_twitter_share_type":"default","_linkedin_share_type":"default","_pinterest_share_type":"default","_linkedin_share_type_page":"","_instagram_share_type":"default","_medium_share_type":"default","_threads_share_type":"default","_google_business_share_type":"default","_selected_social_profile":[],"_wpsp_enable_custom_social_template":false,"_wpsp_social_scheduling":{"enabled":false,"datetime":null,"platforms":[],"status":"template_only","dateOption":"today","timeOption":"now","customDays":"","customHours":"","customDate":"","customTime":"","schedulingType":"absolute"},"_wpsp_active_default_template":true},"categories":[12068],"tags":[12776,12621],"coauthors":[36432,36537],"class_list":["post-48665","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-award-programs","tag-american-aadvantage","tag-earning-strategy"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48665","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/80"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=48665"}],"version-history":[{"count":40,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48665\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":258810,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/48665\/revisions\/258810"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/48680"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=48665"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=48665"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=48665"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/awardwallet.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=48665"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}