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Dirt Cheap Eats (2009)

We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.

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We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15. Best Bargains for Dining in the Washington DC Area
A & J Restaurant - Annandale

4316-B Markham St. map
Annandale, VA
Annandale
T: 703.813.8181
Not your everyday Northern Chinese dim sum.
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Andrene's Caribbean & Soul Food Carryout

308 Kennedy Street, NW map
Washington, DC
Petworth
T: 202-291-7007
Rating:
Cuisines: Soul Food, Caribbean, American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15. Best Bargains for Dining in the Washington DC Area
Batik

200 Main St. map
Gaithersburg, MD
Gaithersburg
T: 301-869-8661
Rating:
Cuisines: Malaysian/Indonesian, Pan-Asian, Thai, Tapas/Small Plates
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Big Bear Cafe

1700 First Street, NW map
Washington, DC
U Street/Shaw
T: 202-470-5543
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American, Breakfast
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Bread and Brew

1247 20th Street, NW map
Washington, DC
Dupont Circle
T: 202-466-2676
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American, Breakfast
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Weekend Brunch Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Cafe Pizzaiolo

507 S. 23rd St. map
Arlington, VA
Arlington
T: 703-894-2250
Rating:
Cuisines: Pizza, Italian, Breakfast
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Weekend Brunch Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15. Best Bargains for Dining in the Washington DC Area
China Bistro

755 Hungerford Dr. map
Rockville, MD
Rockville
T: 301-294-0808
Terrific dumplings by the dozen.
Rating:
Cuisines: Chinese
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15. Best Bargains for Dining in the Washington DC Area
China Jade

16805 Crabbs Branch Way map
Rockville, MD
Rockville
T: 301-963-1570
Rating:
Cuisines: Chinese, Szechuan, Cantonese
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Delivery Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Cornucopia

8012 Norfolk Ave. map
Bethesda, MD
Bethesda/Glen Echo
T: 301-652-1625
A salumeria and gourmet shop with an array of hard-to-find provisions.
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, Italian, Grocery Store/Market
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Cowgirl Creamery

919 F St., NW map
Washington, DC
Penn Quarter/Chinatown
T: 202-393-6880
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American, Breakfast, Grocery Store/Market
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Don Churro Cafe

13905-B Metrotech Dr. map
Chantilly, VA
Chantilly/Centreville/Clifton
T: 703-378-1211
Rating:
Cuisines: Argentinian, Peruvian, South American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Delivery Weekend Brunch Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Earl's

2605 Wilson Blvd. map
Arlington, VA
Arlington, Clarendon/Courthouse
T: 703-248-0150
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American, Breakfast, Grocery Store/Market
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Food Factory 2

8145 Baltimore Ave. map
College Park, MD
College Park
T: 301-345-8888
These chicken kebabs are worth the wait.
Rating:
Cuisines: Afghan, Middle Eastern
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Greek Deli

1120 19th St., NW map
Washington, DC
Dupont Circle
T: 202-296-2111
Rating:
Cuisines: Greek/Mediterranean, Breakfast
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Cash Only Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Greek Spot

2017 11th St., NW map
Washington, DC
U Street/Shaw
T: 202-265-3118
Rating:
Cuisines: Greek/Mediterranean, Vegetarian/Vegan
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Delivery Late Night Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
G Street Food

1706 G St., NW map
Washington, DC
Downtown
T: 202-408-7474
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American, Breakfast
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Haydee's - Mount Pleasant

3102 Mt. Pleasant St., NW map
Washington, DC
Mt. Pleasant/Columbia Heights
T: 202-821-7943
Rating:
Cuisines: Mexican, Salvadoran
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Late Night Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Haydee's - Petworth/Takoma

6303 Georgia Ave., NW map
Washington, DC
Petworth
T: 202-829-6647
Rating:
Cuisines: Mexican, Salvadoran
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Late Night Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15. Best Bargains for Dining in the Washington DC Area
Irene's Restaurant

601 Second St. map
Laurel, MD
Laurel
T: 301-362-3371
Rating:
Cuisines: South American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
JamDown

3303 Georgia Ave., NW map
Washington, DC
Petworth
T: 202-450-2408
Rating:
Cuisines: Caribbean
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Juice Joint Cafe

1025 Vermont Ave., NW map
Washington, DC
Downtown
T: 202-347-6783
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Jungle Grille

8145-B Baltimore Ave. map
College Park, MD
College Park
T: 301-441-3321
Rating:
Cuisines: American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Delivery Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Kasha's Kitchen (Kennedy 's Natural Foods)

1053 W. Broad St. map
Falls Church, VA
Falls Church
T: 703-533-8484
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
La Bottega

9020 Lorton Station Blvd. map
Lorton, VA

T: 571-642-0605
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, Italian, Grocery Store/Market
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Lebanese Butcher & Restaurant

150 Hillwood Ave. map
Falls Church, VA
Falls Church
T: 703-533-2903
Go for anything lamb at this hybrid butcher shop/restaurant.
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Luzmila's Cuisine

809 W. Broad St. map
Falls Church, VA
Falls Church
T: 703-237-0047
Rating:
Cuisines: South American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Meaza

5700 Columbia Pike map
Falls Church, VA
Falls Church
T: 703-820-2870
Rating:
Cuisines: Ethiopian
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Late Night Party Space Kid Friendly
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We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Pho 14

1436 Park Rd., NW map
Washington, DC
Mt. Pleasant/Columbia Heights
T: 202-986-2326
Rating:
Cuisines: Vietnamese
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Potenza Bakery

1430 H St., NW map
Washington, DC
Downtown
T: 202-638-4444
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, Italian, Breakfast
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Spice Express Indian Bistro - 19th Street

1020 19th St., NW map
Washington, DC
Downtown
T: 202-331-9888
Rating:
Cuisines: Indian
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Spice Express Indian Bistro - Vermont Avenue

1025 Vermont Ave., NW map
Washington, DC
Downtown
T: 202-347-7700
Rating:
Cuisines: Indian
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Sweetgreen - Bethesda

4831 Bethesda Ave. map
Bethesda, MD
Bethesda/Glen Echo
T: 301-654-7336
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Sweetgreen - Dupont Circle

1512 Connecticut Ave., NW map
Washington, DC
Dupont Circle
T: 202-387-9338
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Sweetgreen - Georgetown

3333 M St., NW map
Washington, DC
Georgetown
T: 202-337-9338
In Georgetown, a green machine
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Sweetgreen - Logan Circle

1471 P St., NW map
Washington, DC
Logan Circle
T: 202-234-7336
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Teaism - Lafayette Square

800 Connecticut Ave., NW map
Washington, DC
Downtown
T: 202-835-2233
An oasis for tea and Asian-inspired snacks
Rating:
Cuisines: Japanese, Breakfast
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Party Space Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Thai Flavor

8650 Colesville Rd. map
Silver Spring/Takoma Park, MD
Silver Spring/Takoma Park
T: 301-495-1234
In Silver Spring, a fiery antidote to chain fare.
Rating:
Cuisines: Thai
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Delivery Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Thanh Son Tofu

6793A Wilson Blvd. map
Falls Church, VA
Falls Church
T: 703-534-1202
Rating:
Cuisines: Vietnamese, Vegetarian/Vegan
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Cash Only Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
The Butcher's Block

1600 King St. map
Alexandria, VA
Alexandria
T: 703-894-5253
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15. Best Bargains for Dining in the Washington DC Area
Vit Goel ToFu (Lighthouse Tofu) - Rockville

12710 Twinbrook Pkwy. map
Rockville, MD
Rockville
T: 301-881-1178
Rating:
Cuisines: Korean
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Windy City Red Hots - Ashburn

19413 Smith Cir. map
Ashburn, VA
Ashburn
T: 703-505-6934
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: No
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Kid Friendly
We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Z Burger - Glover Park

2414 Wisconsin Ave., NW map
Washington, DC
Glover Park
T: 202-965-7777
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Late Night Kid Friendly
One of our very favorite spots to get a drink or hit a happy hour. We found 82 burger joints, street carts, taquerias, and dinner-worthy happy hours where a delicious meal won’t cost you more than $15.
Z Burger - Tenleytown

4321 Wisconsin Ave., NW map
Washington, DC
Tenleytown/Friendship Heights
T: 202-966-1999
Rating:
Cuisines: Deli/Quick Bites, American
Price Range: Inexpensive
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Kid Friendly: Yes
Other: Late Night Kid Friendly

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