| As the world economy slows down, we may want to tighten our belts, but we still need to fill our stomachs. Splurging at top-rated restaurants is fun for special events, but where can you go for a good quality meal that won't break the bank? Gather the change out of your piggy bank and sofa cushions and take it to one of our selections for the best cheap eats in Boston. |
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1245 Cambridge St.
Cambridge,
MA 02139
617-868-3065 |
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This sandwich shop’s funky menu ranges from tuna melts to a Cubano. More... |
822 Somerville Ave.
Cambridge,
MA 02140
617-661-8500 |
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This no-frills Tex-Mex spot offers some of the biggest and cheapest burritos in the city. More... |
3 Harvard Sq.
Brookline,
MA 02445
617-277-8900 |
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A departure---however slight---from most of Boston's interchangeable Tex-Mex taquerias, Baja Betty's skews Cali-Mex. More... |
80 1/2 Pearl St.
Cambridge,
MA 02139
617-868-3951 |
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Make the effort to find this North African restaurant tucked away in Central Square. More... |
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88 Sleeper St.
Boston,
MA 02210
617-426-2722 |
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You can’t beat the skyscraper-lined harbor view at this seafood spot located in the up-and-coming Fort Point Channel district. More... |
131 Dartmouth St.
Boston,
MA 02116
617-424-5252 |
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Cheeky Back Bay pit stop for healthy fast food. More... |
908 Massachusetts Ave.
Arlington,
MA 02474
781-648-7427 |
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Good old-fashioned Carolina-style ’cue in Arlington. More... |
247 Washington St.
Somerville,
MA 02143
617-776-5232 |
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This Mexican cantina in Union Square serves up authentic fare, including standout tamales. More... |
100 Chandler St.
Boston,
MA 02116
617-338-5258
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This small and eclectic South End quasi-dive is the ultimate hip hideaway. More... |
402 Harvard St.
Brookline,
MA 02446
617-566-2100 |
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This cheerful taqueria brings a splash of Ensenada to Brookline, offering real-deal fish tacos and cemitas. More... |
1714 Washington St.
Boston,
MA 02118
617-267-9393 |
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Mike's is a true-blue American diner that brings the artsy South End back down to earth. More... |
19 Edinboro St.
Boston,
MA 02111
617-423-2061 |
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Longtime Chinatown staple offering cheap eats until the wee hours. More... |
682 Washington St.
Boston,
MA 02111
617-482-7467 |
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The name of this longstanding Vietnamese joint in Chinatown says it all: comfy noodle soup is the focus. More... |
55 Chester St.
Somerville,
MA 02144
617-628-2200 |
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Serving legendary barbecue and rare ales, Redbones also offers up a slice of the blue-collar Somerville of old. More... |
381 Summer St.
Somerville,
MA 02144
617-666-6015 |
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This genuine, old-fashioned diner keeps gentrifying Davis Square honest. More... |
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111 Chelsea St.
Boston,
MA 02128
617-567-9871 |
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The very picture of no-frills noshing, the very essence of no-nonsense service, this Eastie pizzeria is a locals’ parlor par excellence. More... |
130 Brighton Ave.
Allston,
MA 02134
617-254-1331 |
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Boston's original beer mecca has a sprawling menu to match. More... |
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