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Dank Dishes on a Budget

I’m hungry and I want to be fed, but my diminishing bank account has other plans for my stomach that involve free samples at the grocery store or my roommate’s expired noodles in the pantry. Does this sad story resonate with you? If so, listen up; I’ve compiled a list of local eats available on EatStreet in Madison, Ann Arbor and Denver that are just as tasty as they are economical. Dig in.


Cheap & Tasty Eats: Madison, WI

1. Sushi Express

Via Yelp.com
Via Yelp.com
  • Yelp Page
  • Why You Can Afford It: 2 rolls for $8.50, no minimum and a measly delivery cost of $1.00. Miso happy.

2. Pizza Di Roma

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Via Yelp.com
  • Yelp Page
  • Why You Can Afford It: No delivery fee and an every day special= Yes.

3. Paul’s Pel’meni

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Via facebook.com/PaulsPelmeni?fref=photo
  • Yelp Page
  • Why You Can Afford It: A generous box of steamy dumplings coated in butter, curry and cilantro for  $4.50. Nuff said.

4. Taqueria Guadalajara

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Via Yelp.com
  • Yelp Page
  • Why You Can Afford It: A fat taco for $2.50 leaves little to argue with.

 Cheap & Tasty Eats: Ann Arbor, MI

1. Taco King

Via Yelp.com
Via Yelp.com
  • Yelp Page
  • Why You Can Afford It: Tacos for $2.50. Add in daily specials and a small delivery fee of $2 and this place is a worthy cheap eat contender.

2. Got Burger

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Via Yelp.com
  • Yelp Page
  • Why You Can Afford It: Create your own burger starting at $4.50. Also, choose from a plethora of rubs and seasoning to make your burger deliciously customizable.

Cheap & Tasty Eats: Denver, CO

1. Torta Grill

via facebook.com/TortaGrill/timeline
Via Facebook.com/tortagrill
  • Yelp Page
  • Why You Can Afford It: A sandwich bigger than your face for less than $8.

2. Cuba Cuba Sandwicheria

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Via Facebook.com/CubaCubaSandwicheriaGlendale
  • Yelp Page
  • Why You Can Afford It: Sandwiches with boundless layers for $7, as well as an enticing list of cheap savory sides  like plantains or empanadas.