The former pop-up proved to be such a hit that McCoy has given it a permanent home on 18th Street in Adams Morgan. You can pick your sauce, cheese types and an array of toppings Over-easy egg!

Beef meatball! Garlic sauce! Of course, you can also opt for one of The Hits, also sure to satisfy your craving. CAVA offers a Mediterranean mix customized just for your taste buds — and at an affordable price, too.

Three friends started the company in the DC metro area, and made putting a delicious bowl together easy: you begin with a base, throw in a few delicious dips and spreads, stack it with a protein like braised beef or lamb, then top it off with crumbled feta, pita crisps, cucumber salad there's more, but we're too hungry to keep going.

The vibrant colors and flavors of India are on full display at Rasa , the fast-casual restaurant in the Capitol Riverfront neighborhood from first-time restaurateurs Sahil Rahman and Rahul Vinod. Numerous locations in DC makes finding a place to do so easy.

You can always expect delicious cheeseburgers, wings and crabcakes to be on the menu. Have a delicious meal for less at Old Ebbitt Grill , the oldest restaurant in DC.

There, guests can enjoy raw bar items for 50 percent off during Oyster Happy Hour, every day from p. and 11 p. DC-based chef Spike Mendelsohn rose to prominence on Top Chef and operates this burger-heavy eatery along with his family.

Using only fresh and seasonal components, as well as farm-raised beef, Good Stuff Eatery builds delicious burgers and shakes that will have you coming back for more. Visit Capitol Hill or Georgetown for the good stuff. Yes, these current salad masters hail from DC. You can build your own salad or try one of their signature creations.

You'll have no problem finding one: the salad specialists have locations all over the District. Another homegrown gem is District Taco , where taste buds are dazzled on a daily basis.

What began as a food truck is now a DC sensation, with multiple locations serving up its high-quality, Yucatan-style Mexican food. Brave spice lovers beware: you have to ask for the habanero salsa for a reason. Pork sandwiches. Check out these delicious main dish recipes for easy dinner recipes.

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It's an absolute steal. For £ Looking for a restaurant that's dishing up cheap eats in London for ? Cellar at Kindred in Hammersmith is a gorgeous all-day café and bar doing just that. Boasting European wines and seasonal menus involving pizzettes and shakshuka, it's a buzzy neighbourhood spot that won't empty your pockets.

Complimentary Chambord Royale for your Mother Figure this Mother's Day and 2 other offers. Slug and Lettuce have always been a name synonymous with affordability. With sites all over London, including their pretty Tower Bridge spot, enjoy cocktails throughout the week, and classic pub-style mains with a few twists from £ London is lucky enough to have been graced with multiple Pizza Pilgrims sites — meaning award-winning Neapolitan slices for all.

Their diverse menu features classic and quirky toppings, from mushroom and truffle to double pepperoni with hot honey and an 8-cheese spectacular, ranging from around £10 to £15 with halal and vegan options available.

Dips are also on hand to ensure there's not a dry bite in the house, as well as aperitivo cocktails and an irresistible Nutella pizza ring. Some sites even have outdoor seating and are dog friendly. Free Bday Dinner! and 2 other offers. When you need somewhere affordable to chow down on steaks, grilled vegetables and cheese croquettes in North London, Sazon is the place to go.

Expect Colombian art on the walls, all while the kitchen delves out amazing Dominican food. A place for affordable Pan-Asian food?

It has to be the pretty restaurants of Dim T Charlotte Street, Victoria and Hampstead. These cute destinations promise everything from ramen to curries and dumplings, all with the cocktails or wine to accompany.

Scrimp on those pennies at your next meal out by heading on over to Gigis Hoxton. This quirky East London hangout is slinging out bargain bites, from breakfast all the way through to dinner. Pop by to chow down on sirloin steaks, mac 'n' cheese balls and much more.

Check out Grosvenor Casino, with venues on Gloucester Road and in the West End , for cheap eats in Central London.

We're talking mains like torched mackerel, marinated vegetable skewers and succulent steaks, with a dreamy raspberry parfait for dessert. The restaurant is full of colourful artwork, while the menu features dishes like crispy arancini, mackerel skewers and stone baked pizza, with a cracking selection of Italian desserts.

and 9 other offers. Real Neapolitan pizza for under £10? Yes please. Well Street Pizza in Hackney are known for their budget-friendly slices, especially if you take advantage on the two for £12 offer on Mondays and Tuesdays. What's more, they're also serving fresh pasta dishes for a similar price.

With venues in King's Cross, Soho , Liverpool Street and more, Honest Burgers is one of the best cheap restaurants in Central London and beyond. Think burgers for less than a tenner served with their signature rosemary salted chips, with some great veggie options too.

With venues in Peckham, Dalston and beyond, Voodoo Rays are known for their affordable pizzas. Think slices for less than £5 and full-size cheesy feasts for little more than a tenner, in an American-themed restaurant offering all kinds of craft beers to boot. Sticking to a lower budget doesn't mean you have to compromise on flavour, as Comptoir Libanais prove.

With vibrant interiors matched by a vibrant menu of Middle-Eastern dishes, it's a go-to for those looking to grab an affordable breakfast, lunch or dinner. Giving you Wes Anderson meets Miami vibes, Bocca Bocca is a Leyton venue with premium Italian dishes and flavour in mind.

Heading down? Make the most of their lunch offer for just £20 per person, including an Aperol Spritz, soft drink, pizza and salad. A bit of a Shoreditch locale for a cool atmosphere and affordable evenings out, Dream Bags Jaguar Shoes is as quirky as they come.

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The simple grab-bag menu includes a balanced variety of salads Chinese chicken, chopped chef salad , cool sandwiches pesto-chicken salad with artichoke hearts and hot sandwiches various burger combos and more.

New Orleans and Houston cuisine collide on the menu at BB's Cajun Cafe. Think: Over-stuffed po' boys, boudin balls and classic red beans and rice.

Get it to go, have it delivered or dine-in. The personality-filled spot is open daily, serving it up until midnight or later. A post shared by Cris Skelton sideshowcris on Jun 3, at am PDT. Artsy types, poetry buffs and music lovers from all walks of life count the warm Brasil coffeehouse as a favorite.

Grab a coffee - they have wine and beer, too - along with pizza, sandwiches or the not-to-be-missed spinach quiche. On nice days, the shaded patio can't be beat. In all its '40s-style glory, the ice-house includes a grill that offers hamburgers--greasy real-beef patties and all the fixings.

Cheese enchiladas are also on the menu. Wash down your burger with a cold glass of Shiner Bock beer. Set across the street from the wildly successful Goode Co. Place your order at the busy counter and nestle indoors or snag a table on the funky, neon-lit patio.

A post shared by Kurt Asesor kurtasesor on Feb 10, at am PST. Part all-night diner, part pastry shop, House of Pies evokes the vinyl-and-Formica charm of a bygone era. Freshly-baked sugar-free pastries, classic fruit favorites and sinfully-rich offerings balance a menu loaded with typical greasy-spoon fare.

Go for the grilled ham-and-swiss, a cup of vegetable soup and a slice of the multi-layered Bayou Goo. A true Houston neighborhood bar institution, Kenneally's offers all the Irish pub food you'd expect as well as a delicious thin-crust pizza.

Go for the pepperoni pizza - available by the slice - or signature corned-beef-topped Shamrock, paired with a creamy pint of Guinness.

Dig in at the bar or venture out back for a seat on the patio. Venture beyond the arched entry of Tlaquepaque Market to find the art-and-music-filled Bohemeo's coffee house. Lupe and Sidonie Olivarez opened their cheery East End outpost in , offering coffee, espresso drinks, desserts and light bites.

Go for the fish and shrimp tacos topped with purple cabbage, cilantro and Bohemeo's signature, cayenne-tinged sauce.

The coffee shop also offers free wi-fi, along with frequent live music performances. While the quesadillas, fajitas and tortas are on point at the East End-set Brothers Taco House , it's the breakfast tacos that are the all-star just ask anyone waiting in the line that snakes out the door.

Two is more than enough around these parts, so order accordingly. UH and TSU students, neighborhood residents, and Frenchy's Chicken devotees wait patiently for their fried fare and Cajun sides at Frenchy Creuzot's walk-up operation.

The unassuming outpost, located a couple blocks from the University of Houston's campus, has been a culinary institution since the late s.

Cayenne-flecked, lick-your-fingers-good fried chicken anchors the simple menu, aided by side-order options that include spicy red jambalaya, soulful collard greens, dirty rice, and red beans and rice.

A post shared by Frenchy's Chicken frenchyschicken. Just east of downtown stands a robin's egg blue clapboard trailer that's home to the city's much-loved Sparkle's Hamburger Spot. It may not be fancy or even fast for that matter , but it's a local favorite that's known for its jalapeno-cheese-and-hickory-bacon-loaded burgers, pork chops and fried chicken, among other decadent but delicious options.

If you're looking for a way to use ground beef in a spicy, simple dinner that'll make the whole family happy, then you've just found your recipe for tonight!

Get the recipe for Tamale Pie. This ground beef enchilada dinner is especially a winner. A little taco seasoning, some corn tortillas, a can of enchilada sauce, cover it with cheese and boom!

You've got a powerhouse meal for four or for two, with leftovers ready to go. Get the recipe for Beef Enchiladas. Want to make your whole family feel taken care of?

Treat them to a baked pasta dish. It's easy, it's cheap, and it's super filling. Get the recipe for Classic Stuffed Shells. Who's in the mood for a minute dinner? Besides gnocchi and frozen spinach, all you need for this meal is some cream, some cheese, and a few pantry spices.

Get the recipe for Gnocchi with Creamed Spinach. Tuna salad has been the centerpiece of a number of cheap and easy snack dinners in our household.

Add some crackers, some cheese, a little fresh fruit, and you've got a meal! Get the recipe for Tuna Salad. Broken noodles simmer in a tomato broth with sausage and spinach, capped off with a big dollop of blended cheese.

Get the recipe for Lasagna Soup. An easy way to save on dinner costs? Have breakfast for dinner. This simple but delicious mix of eggs, tortillas, and sausage is a fun way to go all out while still saving some cash. Get the recipe for Migas with Chorizo.

If you're craving a tasty pasta dish that's a little more grown-up than jarred red sauce, give this dish a whirl. We're pretty sure it'll become a regular part of your dinner plans. Get the recipe for Salmon and Creamed Spinach Fettuccini.

We always seem to have the makings for tuna salad around, and elbow macaroni is not expensive. So when we're on a budget, this tuna mac makes a dinner that's fun, filling, and fast. For hungry, thrifty travelers, restaurant loyalty programs are gold.

If you belong to other associations, such as AAA or AARP , you likely qualify for discounts at national and international chains as well. Unfortunately, those discounts may not work outside the U. or Canada. When in doubt, ask your server or cashier.

If you want to drink, take advantage of predinner happy hours with drink discounts. You can also wait to unwind until after your meal. When you arrive at your destination, hit the liquor section of the nearest bodega or supermarket to stock up.

In Europe, I learned the hard way not to assume anything is free. I should have known those bread and cheese baskets were too good to be true.

Even something as innocuous as a soda refill could set you back. Use a cash-back credit card or travel rewards credit card to reduce the final cost of your food purchases and earn exclusive cardholder or loyalty club member discounts. Some high-end travel cards confer even more valuable perks, such as free breakfasts at participating hotels or in-flight discounts with participating airlines.

But in a typical month, I eat several meals outside my home county. The former involves street food galore, while the latter features lots of healthy snacks and less healthy fast food. For example, if you have specific dietary restrictions or food allergies, you can lean heavily on some tactics and avoid others.

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