American Express® Gold Card
American Express
Intro Offer
Up to 100,000 Points
Annual Fee
$325
Recommended Credit
670–850
Excellent
Rewards & Earn Rates
3X
Travel
4X
Dining
4X
Grocery
1X
Gas
1X
Other
Not Included
TSA Pre✓
4x per $1 for purchases at restaurants worldwide (up to $50,000 in purchases per calendar year) | 4x per $1 at U.S. supermarkets (up to $25,000 in purchases per calendar year) | 5x per $1 on prepaid hotels booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App | 3x per $1 on flights booked directly with airlines or through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App | 2x per $1 on prepaid car rentals booked through AmexTravel.com or the Amex Travel App, and on cruises booked and paid through AmexTravel.com | 1x per $1 on everyday purchases
Why We Choose It
Folks, we have yet another 'keeper card' on our hands. The main reason I love this card is because it earns more at restaurants than almost all the others—4x on dining worldwide is tough to beat.
More About the American Express® Gold Card
A premium rewards card that's perfect for foodies and families who want to maximize points on everyday spending
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong 4X Earning Potential On Dining Worldwide And U.S. Supermarkets
- Access To Excellent Airline And Hotel Transfer Partners
- Up To $120 In Uber Cash Annually
- $120 Dining Credit Helps Offset The Annual Fee
Cons
- $325 Annual Fee
- Earning Caps On Bonus Categories
- Credits Require Specific Spending To Maximize Value
- No Airport Lounge Access
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