7 Local Restaurants For A $10(ish) Lunch
Who doesn’t love an afternoon pick-me-up away from the office or a cheap meal with some friends on the weekend? I know I do, but it can be hard to find a restaurant that offers lunch for around $10 these days. Us to the rescue: We’ve rounded up a list of seven spots to grab a bite when you’re in need of an inexpensive meal to fuel the second half of your day.
— by Alie McArdle, Contributing Writer
Bottoms Up Pizza
Bottoms Up is a Richmond staple, and it’s obvious why. They’ve been slinging pies since the ‘90s, and their recipes have stayed pretty consistent. If you’ve been to Bottoms Up, you know just how large their slices are. Snag a slice for under $10 when craving that crunchy and airy pizza style with plenty of toppings.
Location: 1700 Dock St (Shockoe Bottom)
Hours: Found here
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Proper Pie
There’s something super special about Proper Pie. Their savory pies are comforting and affordable, granting them their place on our list. They offer a wide range of flavors, like lamb and vegetable, pork and peach, and vegan alternatives!
Location: 2505 E Broad St #100 (Church Hill)
Hours: Found here
Menu: Found here
Perly’s
For a classic lunch, look no further than Perly’s — the delicatessen has you covered. They offer a variety of sandwiches, hot dogs, and soups for under $10. Plus, their interior is warm and inviting, making it the perfect place to pop in and grab a cost-effective bite.
Location: 111 E Grace St (Monroe Ward)
Hours: Found here
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821 Cafe
821 is yet another very-Richmond spot. They cater to all kinds of people — students, professionals, and everyone in between. The cafe’s menu has plenty of around-$10 options — including vegan and vegetarian choices — like omelets, subs, and burgers.
Location: 825 W Cary St (VCU)
Hours: Found here
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Christopher’s RunAway Gourmay
When grabbing lunch on the go, head to Christopher’s RunAway Gourmay for a full plate. They have a variety of pasta and salads that will satisfy your hunger when you are short on time. Our personal rec? Tarragon Chicken Salad with a side of marinated cucumbers — drool.
Location: N 11th St & 1015 E Clay St (Capitol District)
Hours: Found here
Menu: Found here
Miyabi Sushi
Miyabi Sushi offers a fantastic lunch menu offering a few different combo options and sushi, noodles, hibachi, and more. But just a heads up, their lunch menu is exclusively available inside the restaurant, and it can’t be found online — so no, you can’t exactly kill an hour at work deciding what you’ll want to eat.
Location: 1712 E Main St (Shockoe Bottom)
Hours: Found here
Menu: Found here
Bar West
Hot off the (food) press is Bar West’s 3 for $12 menu, offering a sandwich, soup or salad, and a side. There’s a Brioche BLT, there’s seasonal fruit, there’s chopped salad — like, there’s your lunch.
Location: 5811 Grove Ave (Westhampton)
Hours: Found here
Menu: Found here
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