Eating Out While Cutting

My friends often make plans to eat outside and I don't want to keep refusing because I'm trying to lose fat. Restaurant food makes calorie tracking difficult and I never know how much oil is used. What are your usual choices when eating out during a cut?

I usually go for grilled chicken or paneer

Rice bowls can work if portions are reasonable

Choose meals with a decent protein source

I try to avoid making every outing a cheat day

Dal and roti are simple options at many places

Don't stress too much about exact calories when eating out

Watch out for sugary drinks and extra sauces

Enjoy the meal and continue your normal routine afterwards