Looking for a lunch that won't break the bank? Here are 30 for $10 or less in the Ozarks

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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