From gas to groceries, it's expensive out there. Whether you're a college student looking for a cheap meal or just trying to save money, we've got you covered for a lunch that won't break the bank.
The News-Leader is serving up 30 more choices from Springfield restaurants that cost $10 or less — well, 26 new choices and four standbys. As before, this is by no means an exhaustive list — call it a sampling of what's out there.
A heads-up: Prices are always subject to change, and these listings are based on menus accessible online. Confirm current prices and availability with the restaurant or food truck.
1. 417 Taphouse: Pulled Pork Sliders
Dish: Two sliders with pulled pork and barbecue sauce
Price: $9.50
Address and website: 431 S. Jefferson Ave., Suite 160; www.417tap.com
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2. Bao Bao Chinese Bistro: Cashew Chicken Lunch
Dish: Cashew chicken served with steamed or fried rice and a crab rangoon
Price: $8.95
Address and website: 2101 W. Chesterfield Blvd.; www.yelp.com/biz/bao-bao-springfield
3. Casper's: No. 3 Double Cheeseburger Combo
Dish: Double cheeseburger with large fries and drink.
Price: $9.99
Address and website: 937 S. Glenstone Ave.; www.caspersdiner.com
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4. El Cafecito: Chicaloco Burrito
Dish: Flour tortilla with chorizo, eggs, potatoes, bacon, beans, queso fresco and homemade chimichurri sauce.
Price: $9
Address and website: 2462 S. Campbell Ave.; www.elcafecito417.com
5. El Gallo Giro: Street Tacos
Dish: Street tacos with your choice of meat, served with onion and cilantro.
Price: $3.10 per taco
Address and website: 2040 S. Glenstone Ave.; www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61558103557286
6. Galloway Station: B.L.T.
Dish: B.L.T sandwich served with dill pickle and choice of chips or fries
Price: $10
Address and website: 1281 E. Republic Road; www.gallowaystationspringfield.com
7. George's Restaurant: Georgie Hash Browns
Dish: Hash browns with sauteed onions, green peppers and choice of ham, bacon or sausage and topped with you choice of cheese. Side of toast, hotcakes or a biscuit and gravy.
Price: $8.99
Address and website: 339 S. Glenstone Ave.; www.dineatgeorgesspringfield.com
8. Habaneros: Speedy Gonzales
Dish: One taco, one enchilada and choice of rice or beans
Price: $9.99
Address and website: 4406 S. Campbell Ave.; habanerosmexicancantina.com
9. Jamaican Patty Co.: Combo Patty N Pop
Dish: Any two patties and a can of soda or bottle of water
Price: $9
Address and website: 301 Park Central West; www.jamaicanpattyco.com
10. Jose Locos: Lunch Specials
Dish: Jose Locos offers lunch specials including a beef burrito, enchilada, beef or chicken fajitas, huevos rancheros, chicken or beef quesadillas and more. Depending on the dish, it may come with rice and/or refried beans
Price: $9.49
Address and website: 935 N. Glenstone Ave.; jose-locos.weeblyte.com
11. Karai Ramen & Handroll: Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl
Dish: Shredded chicken teriyaki over steamed rice, spring onion and red ginger
Price: $8.50
Address and website: 640 W. Republic Road; www.karairamen.com
12. Mexican Villa: Tamales
Dish: Two tamales filled with shredded pork and topped with enchilada sauce and chili meat topping
Price: $8.99
Address and website: Available at 2755 S. Campbell Ave., 1408 S. National Ave., 1100 W. Sunshine St. and 1337 E. Sunshine St. locations; www.mexicanvilla.net
13. Neighborhood Pizza Cafe: Meatball Sub
Dish: Meatballs with pizza sauce, mozzarella and parmesan on a toasted hoagie bun with your choice of side
Price : $9.99
Address and website: 3550 N. Glenstone Ave., Suite L; www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064072772136
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14. Neighbor's Mill: Choose 2!
Dish: People can choose from half a cold sandwich and soup, half a cold sandwich and salad or soup and salad
Price: $8.49
Address and website: 1435 E. Independence Ave.; www.neighborsmill.com/springfield-mo
15. Ott's Pasta Carryout: Lasagna
Dish: Lasagna served with salad and bread.
Price: $7.50
Address and website: 1437 E. Cherry St.; ottspasta.com
16. Pampa Empanadas: Beef Empanada
Dish: An empanada filled with ground beef that has been simmered with green olives and onions
Price: $4.25
Address and website: 3302 S. National Ave.; pampa-empanadas.square.site
17. Pappo's Pizzeria: 8-inch Pizza
Dish: Eight-inch pizza with one sauce and one cheese included, additional toppings extra
Price: $8.00
Address and website: 221 E. Walnut St. or 900 E. Battlefield Road; pappospizzeria.com
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18. Pasta Express: Manicotti
Dish: Two large tube noodles stuffed with ricotta cheese and topped with cream sauce, parmesan and parsley, served over meat sauce
Price: $10
Address and website: 321 E. Battlefield Road, 3025 W. Republic Road or 3250 E. Battlefield Road; pastaexpress.com
19. Pizza House: Lunch for One
Dish: A single-topping 9-inch pizza and drink
Price: $9.25
Address and website: 312 E. Commercial St.; springfieldpizzahouse.com
20. Pho Kim: Banh Mi Bo
Dish: Lemongrass-and-Vietnamese-spice marinated beef, pickled carrots, daikon, jalapeno, cilantro and homemade sauce served on a toasted baguette
Price: $6.99
Address and website: 3433 S. Campbell Ave.; www.facebook.com/phokimspringfield
21. Rebar Tap Room: 10-inch Pizza
Dish: Cheese pizza, add toppings for $1.50. Part of lunch menu, which runs 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday
Price: $9.49
Address and website: 2902 S. Campbell Ave.; rebar-taproom.com
22. Simply Better: Sun-Dried Tomato Toast
Dish: Sourdough toast topped with marinara, cottage cheese, sun-dried tomato, seasonings and balsamic glaze drizzle
Price: $8.50
Address and website: Simply Better is a food truck located in Metro Eats, 2463 W. Sunshine St., but may move, so ceck its Facebook page, www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61551922085513 for current location
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23. Slap Box Pizza & Wings: Pepperoni Pizza Slice
Dish: Slice of pepperoni pizza from a 20-inch pie served with a kosher dill pickle
Price: $5.95
Address and website: 2932 S. Lone Pine Ave.
24. SOAL Kitchen: Chicken Pad Thai
Dish: Stir fried noodles, chicken and egg with signature sauce, topped with bean sprout, green onions and peanuts
Price: $9.99
Address and website: While it's generally at 2336 S. Campbell Ave., SOAL Kitchen is a food truck, so it does move around. Check its current location on its Facebook page, www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61550596208526
25. Sub Shop: Large Combo
Dish: Any sub, drink and choice of a side
Price: $9
Address and website: 456 W. McDaniel St.; facebook.com/SubShopsDowntown
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26. Tea Bar & Bites: Half Sandwich and Side
Dish: Choice of half sandwich with side, including cafe salad, soup of the day or potato salad
Price: $9.50
Address and website: 621 S. Pickwick Ave.; teabarandbites.com
27. That Lebanese Place: Beef Kafta Kabob
Dish: Lebanese beef meatball skewer served over hummus, pickles and tomato
Price: $8
Address and website: 338 E. Commercial St.; www.facebook.com/ThatLebanesePlace
28. The Big Slice: The Mongo Slice
Dish: Slice of New York-style pizza with pepperoni, Italian sausage, beef, bacon and ham
Price: $4.50
Address and website: 4126 S. Kansas Expressway or 1454 E. Sunshine St.; thebigslicespringfield.com
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29. The Riksha: Kung Pao Beef
Dish: Served with choice of steamed rice or fried rice
Price: $9.69
Address and website: 222 Park Central North; www.facebook.com/theriksha
30. Whole Hog: Pork Loin Sandwich
Dish: Smoked pork loin topped with coleslaw
Price: $8
Address and website: 224 W. Sunshine St. or 2731 S. Glenstone Ave; www.wholehogsgf.com
Susan Szuch reports on health and food for the Springfield News-Leader. Follow her on X, formerly known as Twitter, at @szuchsm. Story idea? Email her at sszuch@gannett.com.
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