Share this:. Monday The Crafty Irishman Main St. Margarita Pizza, that is. All Pie Tap locations offer buy one, get one half off all day Monday. The chicken is brined and marinated in-house for 48 hours then roasted over an open flame.

Tuesday BarNone N. Buckner Blvd. Casa Linda On Tuesdays from 3 to p. Boulevardier N. Bishop Ave. Café Izmir Greenville Ave. Lower Greenville Customer appreciation night happens at Café Izmir every Tuesday. to close. El Vecino N.

Casa Linda Spice up your otherwise boring Tuesday night by indulging in the tasty chile rellenos cheese or beef special at El Vencino from 5 p. The cheeseburger at Hillside. KEEP THE OBSERVER FREE Since we started the Dallas Observer , it has been defined as the free, independent voice of Dallas, and we'd like to keep it that way.

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Angie Quebedeaux is a freelance food writer for the Observer. A "ragin' Cajun" from Lafayette, she's been in Dallas since Cafecito also has locations in the Gold Coast and Lincoln Park. Ragadan owner Danny Sweis fuses the culinary traditions his parents brought with them from Amman, Jordan with the food he grew up eating in Oklahoma at this Uptown falafel shop.

This always-bustling Indian restaurant on Devon Avenue boasts an entire menu of dishes that won't break the bank, most of which are served on metal cafeteria trays.

If you've never dined at Ghareeb Nawaz before, the chicken biryani available with bone-in or boneless chicken is a great place to start.

You'll get a heaping serving of basmati rice with chunks of tender chicken that's marinated with spices and yogurt. A beacon of cheap eats, Sultan's Market boasts locations in Wicker Park, Lincoln Park and Logan Square—making it easy to get your hands on Middle Eastern fare no matter how much money you have in your wallet.

For a few bucks, you can snag a soft, toasty pita that's stuffed to the brim with creamy hummus, roasted chicken, tomatoes, onions and garlic sauce. Opt for the medium spice to kick things up a notch. It's the kind of thing you can scarf down on the go, no seat required.

This no frills, counter service joint near Lincoln Park might not deliver much in the way of island vibes, but it does provide the chance to try the Hawaiian street food staple of plate lunch, a relative of the bento box dating back to the late s.

Choose from a small portion of chicken or tofu katsu, grilled Spam with brown gravy, fried shrimp or teriyaki-marinated barbecue chicken served with scoops of both white rice and slightly salty mayo-based macaroni salad.

This Lakeview market supplies meat to places like Tango Sur and Folklore, and also sells a selection of Argentinian empanadas.

These flaky pastries are baked or fried and filled with a variety of fillings that range from corn and eggplant to beef and chicken. Two are enough for most appetites, but we recommend getting a few extra to reheat at home when you're in the mood for a snack.

The popular Chinese street food—which is sometimes likened to a crepe—is stuffed with crunchy sheets of fried dough, soy-marinated tofu, shredded lettuce, egg, green onion and a secret homemade sauce, then sprinkled with a heap of black sesame seeds to complete the glorious medley of textures.

Jian recently opened a larger location within Block A South Side institution, Dat Donut specializes in pillowy fried dough that are delightful as they look.

Though most items are just a dollar or two, the Big Dat Donut is your best bang for the buck. This behemoth is larger than your head and can be easily shared or split across multiple snacking sessions. A succulent piece of pork is placed on a bun with yellow mustard, spicy sport peppers and grilled onions that you can smell from down the block.

Careful where you bite, though—the chop still carries its bone. A bag of fries also accompanies each order. Two or three should quell your hunger, but save room for a sweet dessert tamal flavored with fresa strawberry , pina pineapple or elote sweet corn.

A word to the wise: This place closes at 6pm and often sells out, so visit around the lunch hour if you want your pick of the menu. These days, Chicago is home to a number of fantastic chicken shops, but none is more iconic than Harold's. The franchise has locations all over town and across state lines , but shops No.

But Harold's tangy, fan-favorite Mild Sauce is what takes this crispy bird to the next level. Go ahead and order extra. Did you know that the jibarito was created in Chicago? In our minds, the ingenious Puerto Rican sandwich is as iconic as the Chicago-style hot dog or the Italian beef.

You'll find a stellar example of the sandwich at this no-frills restaurant in Back of the Yards, where the beef jibarito is accessorized with melted cheese, tomato, grilled onions and lettuce. With locations in the Loop, Streeterville, Lakeview and Naperville, Bombay Eats applies the Chipotle model to Indian street food for quick, customizable meals.

Tandoori-marinated grilled chicken breast is tucked into a flaky paratha and topped with tikka masala sauce, pickled onions and cilantro mint chutney. Owners Steven Jarczyk and Daniela Vitale bring a taste of Sicilian street fare to town at their tiny Edgewater restaurant.

They're served with homemade marinara, which we dare say might be better than your nonna's. The popular deep dish pizzeria is known for its pies sporting caramelized crusts but did you know it offers a killer lunch deal as well?

The special is not limited to dine-in, either—you can order it for carryout or delivery. A go-to for Loop workers in search of a quick, affordable lunch, Chicken Planet serves freshly grilled chicken cut into manageable pieces.

The best deal is the half-chicken platter, which comes with a piece of pita and a side such as mashed potatoes or corn on the cob. Coat the meat with spicy salsa or mild barbecue sauce.

But the handhelds at this Humboldt Park hideout are easily splittable, or you can wrap up leftovers for another meal later on.

Though familiarity will tell you to order the cubano, we're telling you to go with the Knuckle, which finds tender steak, havarti, pickled peppers, onions and Sazón-spiced mayo getting cozy on a hunk of soft and slightly sweet bread. Thanks to a quick ride on the press, this sandwich is served warm, with the melty havarti glueing everything together in tangy, meaty bliss.

Gayle Voss was selling cheese at the Green City Market when she got the idea to team up with other vendors to make grilled cheese sandwiches. The menu also features more complex options incorporating meat, eggs and produce from local farms, but the Classic is still the best value. Most people head to this spot on the edge of Uptown and Ravenswood for bánh mì sandwiches and steaming bowls of pho.

There are enough noodles here for one very hungry person or two folks looking for a dish to share. Like many of the menu items at this Chengdu-homaging restaurant in Bridgeport with additional locations in Lincoln Park and Uptown , these supple, crescent-shaped pork dumplings arrive swimming in a searing, bright-red oil made from dried chilies and numbing Sichuan peppercorns.

They're painfully addictive, and a slow burn will haunt your lips long after the meal ends. Get a trio of the signature tacos filled with bulgogi beef, spicy pork, chicken or tofu wrapped in a flour tortilla and topped with green onions, a wedge of lime and sweet and spicy sauce.

You can also get your protein layered into a quesadilla with jack and cheddar cheese for the same price. This Andersonville pizzeria is best known for its delicious Detroit-style pies, but it also boasts a couple of great lunch deals.

The menu at Portillo's is long on expertly prepared fast-food staples, but the exemplary Chicago-style hot dog is an absolute must. Each sausage comes wrapped like precious cargo, but as you peel back the wax paper, you'll catch a glimpse of the bright-green relish, crimson tomatoes and sport peppers.

The steamed poppy seed bun holds it all together like a warm hug, but you'll surely wind up with a bit of mustard on your chin. One glance around the room and you'll see that no one notices—they're all entranced with the food in front of them.

Sometimes all you really need is a single slice of deep dish pizza. Art Shabez, the owner of the Art of Pizza, gets it—which is why he sells all of his fan-favorite 'za by the piece and the pie. There's a lot to look at on the menu, but you're here for the stuffed special: an ooey-gooey mess of onions, sausage, mushrooms and green peppers anchored by a firm, buttery crust and covered in bright, oregano-flaked sauce.

Heck, you should probably just toss another slice in your order—just in case. About us. Contact us. Time Out magazine. No thanks Awesome, you're subscribed! Déjà vu! We already have this email. Try another? Photograph: Courtesy of CR Films The best cheap eats in Chicago The best part?

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Contact us Get Listed Advertising Time Out Market. Time Out products Time Out Worldwide. The family meal comes with four 8-inch subs, four bags of chips, and four cookies. Use the very memorable code " When : Through December Though, that's not valid when ordering through third-party delivery services.

Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers The deal: Download the new mobile app to get a free Original Double Steakburger or Regular Concrete if it's your first time downloading the app.

Peet's The deal: Buy a one-pound bag of coffee beans and you'll get a free small drip coffee. White Castle The deal: Starting January 1, members of White Castle's reward program Craver Nation can get the following deals:.

When: Until January 1. Popeyes The deal: You get BOGO chicken sandwich combos, just by placing orders through the Popeyes app or the Popeyes website. When: Through January 4. Limited to one per customer. When: Through February 1. When: Through January 1.

Burger King The deal: Royal Perks members can get free any-size fries with any digital purchase—in app or online—once a week. The deal refreshes every Sunday. When: Through June When: Through February 7.

Buffalo Wild Wings The deal: You can get BOGO boneless wings on any size B-Dubs order every Thursday. The deal is available for takeout at select locations. When: Every Thursday. When : Every Thursday. When: Every Friday through December Tijuana Flats The deal: To celebrate its 25th anniversary, there's a new set of happy hour deals available weekly.

When: Every week, Friday-Sunday, pm. This one is available for pickup and delivery. When: Every Friday. Pluckers Wing Bar The deal: Teachers can grab a free appetizer every Friday. When : Every Friday. Shake Shack The deal: Get free delivery on your orders when you place your order through the Shake Shack app by using the promo code GETSHACK.

When: Now until December When: December Wendy's The deal: On New Year's Eve you can get a free Breakfast Baconator with any mobile order. You can get any two, either doubling up on one option or mix and matching them.

When: Through December When: January 1 through February 1. This deal is limited to one pizza per order. When: January 1. When: Through January When : Every Sunday. Dickey's Barbecue Pit The deal : Kids can get free Texas-style barbecue on Sundays with all delivery and carryout orders when you use the code "KEFOLO.

If your kids like Texas-style barbecue, Sunday is a big day. When: Every Sunday. Kona Grill The deal: Kids eat free with the purchase of any adult entrée. When : Every Sunday from 2 pm to close. Modern Market Eatery The deal: Kids eat free in-restaurant with the purchase of an adult entrée.

When : Sundays and Mondays after 5 pm. Chuck E. It comes drizzled with chocolate syrup and sprinkled with crushed peppermint. It's a dash of maple syrup away from being fit for Buddy the Elf.

When : Through January 8. Boston Market The deal: The rotisserie chain is offering free kid meals. No purchase is required at all. Kids 12 and under can just grab a free one. When: For just a little while. Steak 'n Shake The deal: Every weekday, S'nS emphasizes the latter half of its name with a happy hour where you can snag half-price drinks and shakes.

When : Monday through Friday, pm. Use the code "MAGIC MONDAY" in the app or mention it at checkout in-store. When : Every Monday. When : Monday through Friday until 3 pm. Each meal comes with your choice of two sides. This deal is available for pickup and delivery.

When: Every Tuesday. Bertucci's The deal: You can grab a free Brick Oven Pizza with the purchase of another one.

Buffalo Wild Wings The deal: Every Tuesday, it's BOGO traditional wings for the creatively-named Wings Tuesday, which B-Dubs recently resurrected from the dead.

Though, you'll only find that deal at select locations. Give a call ahead. When : Every Tuesday. Tijuana Flats The deal: Get a free small queso with the purchase of any entrée.

Bakers Square The deal: Get a free slice of pie with the purchase of any entrée and beverage. You can eat it or slam it in the face of the next person who says "happy hump day. When: Every Wednesday. Though, you have to buy a meal.

This isn't a Little Free Library full of pies. When: Ongoing, every Wednesday. Baskin-Robbins The deal: When you download the Baskin-Robbins app for the first time, you get a free regular-sized scoop as an in-app offer.

Bruegger's Bagels The deal: You get how this goes now. Sign up for their Inner Circle club , and new members get a coupon for a free bagel with cream cheese. Einstein Bros. Bagels The deal: Find a similar deal here.

Sign up for the Shmear Society and grab a free bagel. Baja Fresh The deal: Join the restaurant's Club Baja membership program, and you'll get an offer for a totally free taco, valid for one chicken, carnitas Baja, or Americano taco.

Quiznos The deal: Sign up for the Toasty Points loyalty app and get rewarded with a free 4-inch sub with any purchase. Del Taco The deal: Sign up for Del Taco's Raving Fan eClub and get two free grilled chicken tacos or Del Tacos for signing up.