Cuban breakfast plates, craft hot dogs, and a sub shop USA Today named the best cheap eat in America.
Eating well on a budget is easy in Tampa Bay. These spots come from Tampa Magazine's Bargain Bites list, which focuses on meals that cost $15 or less at the time of publication. Prices change, so treat that as a guide. Spots are numbered for easy browsing, not as a strict ranking.
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Mickey's Sub was named the top cheap eat in the U.S. by USA Today, based on Google ratings and a one-dollar-sign price tier, according to WFLA's coverage.
Dang Dude serves Asian street food like bao buns and dumplings, plus rice and noodle bowls. It is known for a sesame noodle salad with lemongrass chili chicken.
Every craft hot dog on JoDog's menu is a gourmet creation. The Mexico City Dog is the featured choice, often paired with seasoned waffle fries.
Gordito's serves loaded empanadas and shaved ice. Its Cuban empanada pairs with seasoned tater tots.
Engine No. 9 specializes in prime Angus beef burgers and also serves three Vienna beef hot dog options.
Thee Burger Spot serves everything from classic quarter-pounders to gourmet burgers and sandwiches. Thee Bacon Double Cheese One is the featured burger.
Mighty Fine offers a chicken sandwich on a sesame bun and a patty melt on sourdough. The Cinci Chili Coney is the featured item.
Cousin Vinny's offers six cutlet options, two wraps and a schiaccata. The Capo Del Schmeet is the featured sandwich, and the Michelin Guide lists it as Recommended.
Hawkers serves dim sum, bao buns, rolls, fried rice and noodles, with pad Thai as the featured dish.
Daily Eats serves breakfast bowls and crispy chicken quesadillas, with lunch options too. Its B-Fast Burrito is the featured order.
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