17 January 25 - 31, 2024 dallasobserver.com DALLAS OBSERVER Classified | MusiC | dish | Culture | unfair Park | Contents the made-to-order aspect results in a tasty culinary experience. Fuel City 801 S. Riverfront Blvd. (West Dallas) Fuel City is well known for its tacos that come four per order in a variety of flavors in- cluding nopales (cactus), ground beef with diced potatoes and green sauce, beef or chicken fajita, barbacoa or pastor. Goodfriend Package 1155 Peavy Road (East Dallas) The breakfast sandwiches at Goodfriend Package enjoy widespread acclaim, but the lunch sandwiches here are equally out- standing. With most offerings reasonably priced between $11 and $14, there’s a satisfy- ing option for every palate. For those mind- ful of their budget, indulge in homemade grilled cheese for a mere $5.50 and add a bowl of savory tomato soup for just $4. Jimmy’s Food Store 4901 Bryan St. (East Dallas) Italian specialty shop Jimmy’s Food Store serves some of the best prepared foods, sau- sages, baked goods and imported cheese and pasta in the city. However, you’d be remiss if you didn’t indulge in a sandwich from the takeout menu. Try a hearty deli sub, like the Italian sub loaded with mortadella, capicola, sopressata, pepperoni and provolone cheese for $5.99 for a half and $12.99 for a full. Or try the famous Cuban sandwich with roast pork, ham, Swiss, pickles and mojo sauce for $7.99. Keller’s Drive-In East Dallas and Harry Hines Keller’s Drive-In, a Dallas classic since the ‘60s, offers a nostalgic dining experience. Stay in your car as the friendly waitstaff takes your order and delivers it to your car. Don’t miss the signature poppy seed bun burger, onion rings and a chocolate milkshake, all for under $12. Despite its popularity, Keller’s maintains affordable prices after 70 years in business, with burgers starting at $3.85. Plus, they now accept credit cards. So, enjoy the retro vibe, and keep some extra napkins handy to avoid any mess on your steering wheel. La Banqueta Various Locations Tacos at La Banqueta start at $2 for corn and $2.25 for flour, and options include thin grilled beef, pork and pineapple, pork sausage, pork meat, cow head, beefsteak, small intestines, cow tongue, chicken or cheese. All tacos are served with onions and cilantro. Taqueria La Ventana Various Locations Take advantage of $2.50 tacos, $8.50 bur- ritos, and dips and chips at $5 or less at Taqueria La Ventana. La Victoria 1605 N. Haskell Ave. (East Dallas) Start your day off at La Victoria with a mas- sive breakfast burrito starting at $4 with sausage, eggs, potatoes, and more. Mama’s Daughters’ Diner Various locations While complaints about rising food prices per- sist, breakfast at Mama’s Daughters’ Diner re- mains an affordable delight. Indulge in biscuits and gravy for just over $4, a fried egg sandwich for under $6 and a short stack of pancakes for less than $7. At lunch, the rotating meat-and- three options offer a diverse daily selection for just under $12. Alternatively, opt for a budget- friendly feast with two chicken fried steaks priced at $15 or less, perfect for sharing. Note that prices and options vary by location, so check the menu before heading out for a deli- cious and wallet-friendly meal. Prince Lebanese Grill 502 W. Randol Mill Road, Arlington Whether you’re gearing up for a Dallas Cowboys or Texas Rangers game, make a pit stop at Prince Lebanese Grill. This family- owned gem offers beef shawarma sand- wiches, gyros and falafel, all priced at $8 or less. For a complete meal under $10, save room for baklava, priced at just $1.25. Si Tapas 2207 Allen St. (Uptown) Si Tapas offers the perfect setting for orches- trating an old-world rendezvous with a broad selection of traditional tapas. Nestled in the charming State-Thomas neighborhood, the ambiance of this quaint house sets the stage for a dining experience to remember. Except for shared paella dishes, everything on the menu falls within the $5–$10 range. Tacos Y Mas Various locations Tacos Y Mas has Mexican street tacos for $2.49 or a signature taco for $3.99. For street tacos, you can choose between steak, chicken, pastor, carnitas, barbacoa, bistec, lengua and tripa. Signature taco choices in- clude grilled steak, shredded chicken, chicken or steak fajita, marinated pork, slow-cooked beef brisket and birria. Taco Y Vino 213 W. Eighth St. (Bishop Arts District) At Taco y Vino, enjoy a set of three mix-and- match tacos for $13 or order one of the best deals in town: six tacos and a bottle of wine for $45. There are over a dozen taco options on the regular menu and loads of specials that pop on and off. Uchi 2817 Maple Ave. (Uptown) One of the best sushi restaurants in Dallas, Uchi offers happy hour every day (including weekends) from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Get sushi, maki and small tastings, all priced between $2 and $12.50. Sister restaurant, Uchiba, lo- cated upstairs, offers a similar happy hour with nigiri, maki and hand rolls, and every- thing priced between $2 and $15. What the Pho 221 W. Parker Road, Plano One of the best dinner deals we’ve seen is at What the Pho, where you can snag two bánh mì sandwiches for $8.99. Yes: two sandwiches for under $9. Indulge in popular choices like beef and pork or explore one of the other 11 op- tions available, all served with cilantro, jala- peno, cucumber, carrots and daikon. Planning for a potluck but prefer not to cook? Consider a party tray: $40 for 50 chicken dumplings or $50 for 100 pork or vegetable egg rolls. E N TE R TO W IN TIC K E TS
