Multiple low cost options are served at Gene’s. | Photo by @jimkhaw87
Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Boston. Check out this list of 20 places where a lunch for one costs $10 or less.
We know proximity is key when it comes to a midday meal, so we’ve broken up these spots into their respective sides of town.
What to order: Build Your Own Roasted Turkey Sandwich
$9.95
Find this food vendor inside Boston Public Market and select the quarter-pound option for the right price point. Then choose your bread and condiments.
Rhythm N’ Wraps serves up a variety of veggie tacos.
This trending Korean street food is made with a beef hot dog, a mozzarella stick or half and half, then dipped in a homemade batter and panko, and coated with sugar.
Visit the link below for Cambridge spots + a few reader recommendations.
Guns N’ Roses | Monday, Aug. 21 | 5:30 p.m. | Fenway Park, 4 Yawkey Way, Boston | $33-$150 | Turn Boston into “Paradise City” with this 80s rock band.
Pammy’s Pilsner Patio Party | Monday, Aug. 21 | 9 p.m.-12 a.m. | Pammy’s, 928 Massachusetts Ave., Cambridge | Price of purchase | This late summer patio party is first come, first served and will feature the third anniversary of the collab with Lamplighter Brewing Co. called Pavona Pilsner.
Tuesday, Aug. 22
Back-to-School Celebration | Tuesday, Aug. 22 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | TD Garden, 100 Legends Way, Boston | Free | Pre-register for the 12th Annual Back-to-School celebration that will help prepare thousands of local students for the new school year.
Wednesday, Aug. 23
Bike Seaport | Wednesday, Aug. 23| 7:30-11:30 a.m. | Seaport Common, 85 Northern Ave., Boston | Free | Make a reservation for a complimentary bike check-up session in the Seaport.
The BPDA approved 11 new development projects totaling ~1.1 million sqft in Allston, Brighton, East Boston, Fenway, Hyde Park, and Roxbury. The housing projects will create 876 residential units + 184 units will be designated income-restricted.
Biz
Boston food suppliers and other local businesses have called for the city to open a recovery campus in Widett Circle, about a mile from South Station. The proposed campus would serve the people struggling with homelessness and addiction at the intersection of Massachusetts Avenue and Melnea Cass Boulevard. (Boston Globe)
Coming Soon
The owners of Union Square restaurant Field & Vine have announced plans for a second eatery called Junebug. The new business will open in the former T&B Pizza space in October. Expect a mouthwatering menu of pizza, seafood, and veggie dishes. (Boston Magazine)
Plan Ahead
Soak up the last rays of summer at Mayor Wu’s block party on Thursday, Aug. 24. The food, refreshments, and family fun kicks off at 5 p.m. on Roslindale’s Augustus Avenue — catch all the action between Poplar and Whitford streets.
Feel Good
There’s a new top dog at The Liberty Hotel. Benny, a 14-week-old English Cream Retriever, has been named “Director of Pet Relations” at the historic Beacon Hill hotel. Guests and their furry friends can find Benny at the Liberty’s weekly dog-themed “Yappier Hour.” (NBC Boston)
Finance
Refinance rates are skyrocketing. But home equity rates remain relatively low — which means that now is a great time to borrow against your home. Calculate your payment.*
Boston’s favorite local comedian was talking pizza on his weekly podcast. Canton-native Bill Burr gave a shout out to Marblehead House of Pizza and Weymouth’s Denly Gardens. Let me know if you agree with his review and tell me where to find the best slice.
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