The portions are large, the ingredients are organic, and the myriad of healthy, great-value options seem endless. So, we keep going back for more. Japanese cuisine has a complicated reputation.

Too expensive and people shy away. Too cheap and people are skeptical of quality. O Fine Japanese Cuisine alters that perspective by serving high-grade sushi and creative combinations at unbelievable prices. Do not be fooled by its strip-mall like location.

With superb signature rolls offered at half price for half the roll, this is a perfect way to either save money or try a variety. Also be sure to order one of their kitchen or sushi specials.

It is almost too good to be true, but it is real and very delicious. Feeling extra hungry? Another Kind Café is a downright delicious and authentic Vietnamese spot, serving both fusion specials and classics.

Unassumingly situated on Laguna Canyon Road, you could unintentionally drive by and miss it, but that would be a mistake. Indulge in the Spicy Pulled Pork French Fries and balance it with the Lotus Root Salad.

While we are certainly impressed by the food, we truly love the people and the family story behind this spot. The family's lives run so evidently through the veins of this café.

The mother inspired all the dishes' recipes, the interior designer sister arranged the space, and the father added antique furniture pieces from their house. Go here knowing you will feel at home, and toast with them as they celebrate their 1 year anniversary this month.

Owner Chris Olsen, whose motivation stems from drinking and making great wine, uses his passion at the core of this eclectic, high-caliber food and wine bar.

Wine Gallery is classy yet comfortable, and although it is slightly pricier than others on the list, their focus on sublime hospitality experience and quality food makes it worthwhile. After being wined and dined here, you will feel the same way too. Order the Spicy Cauliflower, Fish Tacos, and at least one Wood Fire Pizza.

In terms of wine selection, have complete faith and trust in them, knowing you will not be steered wrong. If you see Mile , know that it is Olsen's brand, and it is sensational. We are excited for Slice Laguna Beach to be on this list.

Owner Cary Redfearn has imported a 7,lb. pizza oven straight from Italy to create an elevated experience at his fast-quality pizza concept. With a special flour mix for crispy, light yet chewy dough and forty different ingredients for ultimate pizza customization, expect excellence.

Also expect new vegetarian specials every single day. One of the long-standing heroes of the old-school taco trucks a. loncheros , Mariscos Jalisco has earned a deservedly loyal and devoted following. Note: These trucks are cash-only. There are countless affordable taco trucks in L.

My Dung is one such spot, a Vietnamese sandwich shop at the intersection of Broadway and Ord with crates of also-affordable fruits and vegetables in a rainbow of colors to supplement their bánh mì in a range of options. Just note: This spot is cash-only.

The mound of white rice underneath will fill you up, while the fatty soy-braised pieces of pork pack maximum umami flavor into each hearty bowl. Choose between chicken drumstick or beef, then slurp your way through a creamy coconut curry soup laden with flat, perfectly chewy egg noodles.

Dress it up with the side of lime wedge, sour mustard, shallots and crispy noodles to add acidity and even more texture. Bits of carefully prepared green onions, pork cracklings, bean sprouts, meatballs and your choice of mixed pork or beef offal arrive in each traditionally small bowl.

For dessert, order the kanom tuay; the delicate steamed pandan-coconut custards are the perfect way to cap off an affordable meal here. A post shared by Weekly LALALA weeklylalala on Jan 14, at pm PST.

One order can easily feed two or three people, and comes peppered with whole spices and bone-in pieces of chicken caution: eat with care. After a few bites, you might feel like your mouth is on fire—so make sure you use some of the tangy cilantro and mint-inflected raita that comes on the side.

A post shared by Michelle Los Angeles intomyplate on Oct 27, at pm PDT. Like Northern Thai Food Club and some of the other best restaurants in L. Sapp offers some no-frills seriously good Thai-style eats, but the jade noodles specifically are a cult favorite: a soupless bowl though you can also order it with soup filled with BBQ pork, roast duck, crab meat and thick green noodles that never seem to end.

Want a nice kick? Order it spicy. Without butter, the dish is entirely vegan. With or without, however, the zhengyalov hatz are light and delicious; each bite tastes like spring. Drinks-wise, among other beverages, you can also order Armenian coffee, glass teapots filled with spiced and herbal tea and their housemade okroshka, a tangy yogurt drink packed to the brim with dill and cucumber.

The fresh noodles get pulled to order and made before your very eyes, then slid into your choice of broth. Pick your noodle bowl, then add à la carte tempura, eggs, meats and chilled accoutrements to build your perfect meal. Made with rich ghee instead of oil or margarine, the flaky Judeo-Spanish treats at this Sherman Oaks kosher takeout window are worth coming from out of the way.

Served with pickles, eggs, tomato pulp and red zhoug hot sauce , one order of boureka makes for a hearty meal for one or a lighter snack shared among two. The Shanghainese mini-chain with locations in Chinatown, Monterey Park and Rowland Heights is beloved for its pan-fried dumplings and its beef rolls, but the most prized option of them all is the xiaolongbao, or soup dumpling.

Where else can you eat some of L. Half market, half restaurant, the tiny shack serves steamed, grilled and deep-fried shellfish, salmon, squid and more, and you can always expect stellar quality it is owned by commercial fishermen, after all.

The iconic sandwich shop has been selling beautiful, meaty French dips at its current location since , where you can still snag the iconic roast beef served on a French roll dipped in au jus.

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Shout it in the comments. Making noodles and broth for ramen can be a time-consuming process, resulting in a hefty price tag. A meal in one, the soups are loaded with noodles, tender meat, fish cake, and a soft-boiled egg.

A post shared by Tamashi Ramen Sushi tamashiramensushi. Characterized by its boat-shaped, nautical-themed exterior, this local seafood chain has been an institution for Houstonians seeking casual seafood fare. Order any of its family dinners, including its jumbo fried shrimp or fried gulf oysters, or go a lighter route and grab the broiled platter with shrimp kabobs and your choice of fish.

The sizable entrees come with a good helping of fries or rice, plus a selection of sauces. A post shared by Capt. Benny's captbennys. Choose from beef, chicken, barbacoa, tinga, or a meatless option like soy pastor.

A post shared by Tacos Doña Lena tacosdonalena. Dining on authentic Indian street foods, curries, and more is made convenient and affordable at this counter-service restaurant with multiple locations around town.

A post shared by Tarka Indian Kitchen tarkaindiankitchen. Treebeards has been churning out Southern comfort plates for more than four decades, and despite its expansion with multiple locations across the city, the menu remains affordable.

A post shared by Treebeards Restaurant treebeardsrestaurant. Though only open for about a year, this New York bodega-themed burger shop has already made its name for itself in the vast Houston burger scene.

A post shared by Burger Bodega burgerbodegahtx. A post shared by Cuban and Mexican Cuisine elreytaqueria. Go the a la carte route and build your meal, starting with appetizers like falafel or hummus before moving on to a sampler plate of gyro, shawarma, grape leaves, tabbouleh, pitas, and sauces.

Each pack comes with a pound of each of the meats, six pitas, plus large orders of hummus, salad, rice, tzatziki, and garlic sauces. Be sure to tack on a side of baklava or its dessert pita — its version of a dessert pizza made with fried pita chips tossed in Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cinnadust and topped with chocolate syrup.

A post shared by AL Quick Stop alquickstop. Sweet tooth? A post shared by Lankford Grocery lankfordgrocery. A local favorite since , this old-school burger shack has remained a breakfast and lunch favorite for Houstonians looking for a hearty bite, especially when on a budget.

The burgers and breakfast sandwiches are no slouch, either — with its Champ burger loaded with bacon and cheese, and its classic sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich.

The black bean or falafel burger rivals some of the meat-based options. For fragrant bowls of pho noodle soup, rice plates, and spring rolls head to this unassuming Vietnamese restaurant.

Nothing on the menu exceeds twelve dollars, meaning that you could order a bowl of beef, chicken, and seafood pho alongside an appetizer of the cha gio—Vietnamese egg rolls alongside a few Vietnamese iced coffees for under fifty dollars.

A post shared by Pho Saigon phosaigonhtx. A post shared by Houston Foodie becauseigothungry. Houston is not short of great red sauce joints, and this casual Italian cafe in Montrose is another case in point.

A post shared by Tacos tierra caliente tacostierracalientetx. Since launching in , this fast-casual burger bar has garnered a loyal following, and for good reason. Its burgers are built with 2- or 5-ounce 44 Farms beef patties and can be customized from bun to bun to your liking.

A post shared by burger-chan burgerchanhtx. Sushi night can be pricey, but at Oishii, diners can indulge in all of the house staples paired with beer, wine, or sake without breaking the bank. The debate of which West African country makes the best jollof rice will forever linger, and this Nigerian hotspot may help make up your mind.

An herbaceous traditional bowl of okra soup is the perfect place to start before diving into one of its signature plates, like the jollof rice or yam porridge, which are complimented with two pieces of meat or one portion of fish, with the option to add on chicken, oxtails, mackerel, beef, goat, or vegetarian options.

Located inside a Galleria-area convenience store, this no-frills counter is the definition of a hidden gem. Known for its mouthwatering Greek eats served fast and at a seriously reasonable price, its Gyro sandwiches are packed full of meat.

A post shared by Nora Houston Cheap Eatz htxcheapeatz. In it for takeout? On February 14th only, Qdoba is offering Rewards members one FREE entrée with the purchase of an entrée and a drink. This offer is available online, through the app, or in-store. Share the love this V-Day and treat your partner, friend, or family member to a meal!

This reward is automatically uploaded to your Rewards profile. All you gotta do is Pucker up this month! The code will issued via direct message on Instagram and can be used for curbside takeout or delivery from February 19th through March 8th!

Some crust types, toppings, sauces, and premium items may come with an additional charge. Within 24 hours of ordering, check your Rewards account under the My Deals and Rewards tab to claim your offer. Note that you must claim your offer within 7 days and use it within 30 or it will expire.

If your offer expires before you use it, you can still earn another. Through February 20th, The Cheesecake Factory is running a promotion that rewards guests with every online purchase of eGift cards!

Note that this offer is valid on eGift cards purchased online. The dining credit received from this promotion may be used beginning February 21st, , and it expires at the end of the business day on March 31st, No promo code is required — simply order through the offer in the app!

That means you can get your daily coffee fix for a lot less for a whole month with this Rewards Member exclusive offer! Note this offer excludes Nitro Cold Brew, Cold Brew, and Espresso coffee beverages. Limit 1 per reward member per day. These nachos are topped with refried beans, nacho cheese sauce, seasoned beef, sour cream, and diced tomatoes.

Sound good? All you need to do is sign up and your reward will be posted to your account within 24 hours! Note that prices may vary in AK and HI. This offer is valid through February 16th and can only be redeemed on orders placed online.

Your offer will be valid for two weeks. Note that offers must be redeemed in the app or through the website for pickup orders, and redeemed in-store through the app for dine-in orders at participating locations.

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