8 Hacks For Food Delivery Apps That'll Make Your Meal Even Better

Is the entrance to your apartment around back? Need the driver to leave your meal at the door in case you're running late (or have a dog)? Get your meal delivered to the right place by using the delivery directions box to add some tips. Some drivers might even come right in and deliver it to your bed if you leave the door unlocked and instruct them to do so.

Dying for a pick-me-up but can't sneak away to Starbucks or just craving that egg white and feta wrap for dinner? Get your favorite drink or food item delivered right to your desk with a few clicks on your go-to food ordering app.

Keep an eye out for coupon codes to save big, like $5 off your first order, no delivery fee, and more. You can find them for just about any food ordering app via social media ads, your mailbox (physical mailbox and email inbox), or on the actual apps. If you're doing a bulk order for friends who'll Venmo you their shares, make sure they check their apps for any codes you can apply.

Is there anything worse than opening up your order and finding out they didn't include any condiments? Always ask for extra condiments, just in case. And depending on the condiment, this should usually come at no additional cost.

In addition to tipping your driver, always be friendly and appreciative when they drop off your meal (especially if the weather is less than ideal and they had to cycle there). If you're known to be nice and a good tipper, they'll go the extra mile next time they pick up an order for you. You might even get some extra treats.

Referrals are a great way to unlock additional savings for your own account. Most food ordering apps give exclusive coupon codes, money off your next order, or account credit when you refer your friends. Just remind them to actually sign up.

One of the best? GrubHub gives you $7 every time you refer a friend, but they cap it off at 20 friends. Still, that's $140 in credit for your future orders!

If you're given the chance to agree to push notifications from your favorite food ordering app, do it! You'll get updates when your order is being prepared, when it's picked up, and when it arrives. Some apps even let you track the driver so you know exactly when that knock on your door will come (very handy if you have a dog).

There are so many options when it comes to food ordering apps (Uber Eats, Grubhub, DoorDash, Seamless, Postmates, etc.) and a lot of them offer different restaurants. If you're in the mood for something specific, shop around. Just because your favorite Italian place doesn't use Uber Eats doesn't mean they don't deliver with Grubhub.