Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Winston-Salem. Check out this list of 11 places where lunch for one costs $10 or less.
Murphy’s Lunch, 207 W. 3rd St.
Lunch specials start at $7.25 — you’ll get a cafeteria-style tray with a main, two sides, and bread. Or, order a sandwich like the Grilled Chicken or BLT, add fries, and still come in under $10.
Mojito Latin Soul Food, 723 N., Trade St. NW
Most of the items on this Cuban restaurant’s “Little Things” menu are under $10, including empanadas, tamales, and the Latin grilled cheese. Plus, half portions of several Mojito Bowls — bowls featuring a meat or veg, rice, beans, marinated onions, and sauces — are priced at $8.
O’Briens Deli, 4001 Country Club Rd.
The full-sized sandwiches here hover just around the $10 mark, but you can get a half-size of any signature sandwich (like the reuben or the grilled pimento + tomato) for $8.99. Craving soup? The grilled cheese + your choice of soup is also $8.99.
Pulliams Hotdogs & BBQ, 4400 Old Walkertown Rd.
Grab a hot dog for just around $3 from this classic Winston-Salem joint that’s been around since 1910. Or, make it a combo and get two hot dogs, chips, and a drink — you’ll still come in under $10.
Krankies, 211 E. 3rd St.
This coffee and breakfast joint stays open for lunch hours — and we couldn’t recommend a biscuit smothered in gravy more. The Krankies classic biscuit is $8 and comes with fried chicken and your choice of Texas Pete and Honey or sausage gravy.
Los Juanes, 373 Jonestown Rd.
Several menu items at this delicious Mexican restaurant are $10 or less, including the quesadilla plate, burrito, four tacos, or three gorditas.
Slappy’s Chicken, 200 W. Acadia Ave.
While the chicken options don’t quite come in under $10, a bowl of Slappy’s Denver-style chicken chili does. You can also get a Side Plate with your choice of three sides + a roll for $8 — hello, mac and cheese, baked beans, and potato salad.
Mizu Japanese Cuisine, 3374 Robin Hood Rd.
You’ll find a variety of lunch specials at this Japanese restaurant. Try the hibachi chicken, tempura shrimp lunch, or tempura shrimp + vegetable udon for just under $10 — all come with a soup or salad.
Coppola’s Pizzeria & Italian Restaurant, 3512 Yadkinville Rd.
Grab a slice of pizza, or browse the sandwich menu, most of which is under $10. Try the meatball parmigiana, cheese steak, or cheeseburger with hot and crispy fries.
La Casa Lopez Mexican Grill, 3028 Healy Dr.
A menu of lunch specials, many of which are around $9, await you at this Mexican spot. Grab a burrito, enchilada, or quesadilla, all served with rice and beans.
New Sichuan, 2125 Silas Creek Pkwy.
If you like noodles, every lo mein, chow fun, or mei fun dish at this Sichuan restaurant is just under $10. You can also enjoy a soup dumpling lunch — like the crab and pork soup dumplings — for $8.50.
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