Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Cowtown. Check out this list of 13 places where lunch for one cost $10 or less.
We know cravings are key when it comes to a midday meal, so we’ve broken up these spots into their respective food groups. Think street tacos with elote or a kosher-style Rueben sandwich.
How about a Bodega panini made with turkey, apricot preserves, dressed arugula and Dijon all between fresh baked sourdough bread?
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🥪 Savory sammies
Bailey’s BBQ, 826 Taylor St.
Grab a signature $8.25 brown bag special that includes a chopped beef sandwich and chips from this small red gabled restaurant tucked away downtown.
Carshon’s Deli, 3133 Cleburne Rd.
Pick from the Rachel, Rebecca, Reuben, Rutherford, or Ruthie specialty sandwiches for $9.25 at the only kosher-style deli in Fort Worth.
Lone Star Bar-B-Q, 3665 Western Center Blvd.
Pile on the meat — everything from brisket to chicken — for a sandwich that costs less than $7.50.
What’s better than $10 lunch? $2 lunch, obviously.
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🌮 Tasty tacos
Salsa Limón, 925 University Dr.
Mix and match a la carte tacos from asada to pastor, wrapped in double corn tortillas for $3.50 each, or grab a quesadilla, burrito, or bowl for $9.
Maestro Tacos, 3011 Bledsoe St.
Pair a $2.95 taco with locally sourced ingredients with $5 elote or $2.50 refried beans on the side.
Taco Heads, 2349 N. Main St.
Beer-braised carnitas, bourbon black bean veggie + garlic cilantro gulf shrimp tacos for $3-$4.50 — need we say more? Bonus: Crispy beef tacos are $2 all day on Tuesdays.
Looking for a fresh summertime salad? Look no further.
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🥗 Superior salads
Juice Junkies, 925 Foch St.
Pick from vegan salads, soups, smoothies, or sandwiches for all under $10. Don’t forget to grab an organic cold pressed juice to get you through the afternoon.
Snappy Salads, 6115 Camp Bowie Blvd.
Create your own salad with mix-and-match lettuce, six ice-cold add-ins, a crunchy topping, and dressing for just $8.95.
Main Dish Salad Co., 211 Blue Mound Rd.
The family-owned restaurant has a virtual salad bar — just click your favorites and your custom combo is made for you for ~$9. Plus, you can turn any salad into a wrap for a healthy hand-held lunch for ~$7.
🍕 Palatable pizza
Nizza Pizza, 401 University Dr.
Mix and match slices of pizza ranging from $2.75 to $4.50 or enjoy a stromboli or calzone for $8.95.
Pizza Verde, 5716 Locke Ave.
Enjoy two large slices of pepperoni or cheese plant-based pizza, a small side salad, and an iced tea for $10, Tuesday-Friday.
Bosses Pizza, 2740 Western Center Blvd.
Get an eight-inch pizza with four toppings and a drink for $9 or splurge ($10.75) to add a side salad.
🍽️ Bonus bite
Taste Community Restaurant, 1200 S. Main St.
Pay what you can (or nothing at all) at the non-profit eatery supporting those with food insecurity. Got lunch already in the bag? Donate.
We know, we know — we couldn’t possibly include them all. Did we miss your favorite lunch special? Send us a note, and we’ll add it to our list to keep this guide updated regularly.
