06.07.2023

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Where to find lunch for $10 or less in Austin

A close-up of a hot chicken sandwich in a basket.

Try a range of Nashville-style hot chicken sandwiches from Tumble 22. | Photo by @whats_lucy_eating

Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Austin. Check out this list of 26 places where 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: central, east, south, north, and west.

Central

Jewboy Burgers, 511 Airport Blvd.
Jewboy Burgers offers Austinites burgers unlike any other. With a mixture of US, Mexican, and Jewish-inspired dishes, options include burgers, burritos, and latkes for a unique food experience.

Koriente, 621 E. 7th St.
Koriente offers healthy, Asian-inspired dishes at a low cost for a quick meal. With fresh ingredients, seafood, and vegan and gluten-free options, this restaurant is great for takeout under $10.

A close-up of a kebab — Kebabalicious offers a range of dishes for $10.
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Photo by @philcopley

East

Kebabalicious, 1311 E. 7th St.
Big eats for a small price. Kebabalicious offers Turkish-style wraps with all organic ingredients. Lamb and beef lovers, vegetarians, and sauce fanatics can get their kick for under $10.

South

La Tunita 512, 2400 Burleson Road
La Tunita 512 is the place to go for a birria taco. With fried tortillas and covered in a traditional, slow-cooked Mexican beef stew, birria tacos have taken the food world by storm. The food truck offers birria and queso tacos, mulitas, consome, and birria tortas.

A close-up of Banh mi — Don’t miss the banh mi at NG Cafe.
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Photo by @bbqdrewatx

North

Ng Cafe, 13000 N. Interstate Hwy. 35, Bldg. 12, Ste. 200
This family-owned restaurant, founded and operated by Y and Nguyet Quach, started as a small stand in the back of a supermarket. You won’t want to miss its banh mi sandwiches made with fresh, handmade baguettes.

West

Tumble 22, Multiple locations
Try a basket of spicy chicken bites or tenders at this Nashville-inspired hot chicken spot.

We hope you’re still hungry, because we have 20 more $10 lunch spots — click the button below to keep reading.

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When it comes to lunchtime, which option do you prefer: eating at home/work or eating out?

A. I prefer eating at home/work
B. I prefer eating out
C. A mix of both
D. It depends on my mood

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Events

Wednesday, June 7

Cine Las Americas International Film Festival | Wednesday, June 7-Sunday, June 11 | 7-11 p.m. | AFS Cinema, 6259 Middle Fiskville Rd., Austin | $12 | Celebrate the 25th annual Cine Las Americas fest with indie movies.
Pride in the Park | Wednesday, June 7-Saturday, June 10 | Times vary | Waterloo Park, 500 E. 12th St., Austin | Free | Celebrate Pride Month with a series of free events for all.

Friday, June 9

Hyperreal Film Club Presents: “School Daze” | Friday, June 9 | 7:30 p.m. | Stateside at the Paramount, 713 Congress Ave., Austin | $11 | This college film is celebrating its 35th anniversary.
Ryan Adams & The Cardinals | Friday, June 9 | 8-8 p.m. | ACL Live, 310 W. Willie Nelson Blvd., Austin | $62-$180 | The band’s well-known Americana sound has inspired artists like Wilco and the Avett Brothers.

Saturday, June 10

Madagascar the Musical | Saturday, June 10 | 6:30 p.m. | H-E-B Center at Cedar Park, 2100 Ave. of the Stars, Cedar Park | $29-$37 | Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria come to life onstage.
Theo Von: Return of the Rat | Saturday, June 10-Sunday, June 11 | Times vary | Bass Concert Hall, 2350 Robert Dedman Dr., Austin | $29-$205 | You may know Von from his comedy special, “Regular People.”

Sunday, June 11

Music Gear Market | Sunday, June 11 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Mohawk Austin, 912 Red River St., Austin | Free | Guitars, amps, turntables, and other gear are up for buying and selling at this weekend market.

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News Notes

Weather

Austin may see its first 100º day of the year this week, with high temperatures expected to surpass 95º this weekend. On average, the first 100º day of the year falls in early July, but the earliest recorded triple-digit day took place on May 4 in 1984. (Austin American-Statesman)

Civic

The recently closed Downtown Salvation Army shelter may reopen as soon as Saturday, July 1. The Austin City Council will vote on whether to sign a one-year agreement with the organization for $1.2 million this week. (KXAN)

Sports

Texas baseball is heading to the NCAA super regionals in California this weekend. The Longhorns will compete against Stanford University starting at 5 p.m. CT on Saturday, June 10 — tune into the game online.

Biz

Business is bigger in Texas, too. The Lone Star State led the nation in most businesses featured on the Fortune 500 list for the second year in a row. Top-ranked Austin area-based companies included Dell Technologies at No. 34 and Tesla at No. 50. (Austin American-Statesman + Fortune)

Travel

Travelers flying with United Airlines will soon be able to check bags faster with the use of a new “bag drop shortcut” at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport. Customers will be able to load bag information via the United app before their flight and use a specific kiosk for a streamlined process. (KXAN)

Real Estate

Kendra Scott’s West Austin home is a bit like her jewelry: colorful, classy, and full of style. The designer and businesswoman opened up her Mediterranean-inspired house for Austin Home — read about her design process online. (Austin Home)

For Family

Hey, moms + dads — we know having kids can impact your savings. This card is extra helpful to on-the-go families, offering 2% flat-rate cash rewards and a generous welcome bonus. Learn more.*

Shop

Need to find your dad the perfect Father’s Day gift? You’re in luck. Check out gifts from our online store (Six & Main) that will make for a great surprise. From the outdoor explorer to the foodie dad, there’s a present for every type of father. Shop now.

The Buy

Turn misplaced keys into a thing of the past with the Apple AirTag. The button-sized tracking device can give you step-by-step directions to your lost keys (or phone…or wallet…) and has a battery life of one year. Pro tip: Put one in your checked luggage and never worry about lost baggage again.*

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Help us build a starter pack for making the most of Austin summers

The Austin skyline, as seen from between trees on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail.

Help us make this Austin summer your best yet. | Photo by ATXtoday

It’s the smell of sunscreen on a weekday afternoon. It’s the cold rush of a dip in Barton Springs on a Saturday morning. It’s the indulgent relief of an icy treat under the beating sun.

Austin, it’s summertime. And we want your help with something.

We’re putting together a starter pack for everything an Austin local needs to make the most of the city’s hottest — and some would say best — season. What should be on our list? Is it…

An eight-pack of sunscreen, SPF 2000?
A citywide pool pass to help you beat the heat?
A big, floppy hat for paddle boarding trips on Lady Bird Lake?
A picnic full of locally sourced eats?
A pup (or two or three) to explore the city with?

Let us know what you think are must-haves for the summer season by clicking the button below, and we’ll shout out your tips in an upcoming newsletter.

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The Wrap

Today’s edition by:
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From the editor

My friends call me the fun fact queen, so here’s one of my favorites: there’s a bird that travels 7,000 miles over an ocean for its annual migration.

The Bar-tailed Godwit kicks off its journey in Alaska and ends it in New Zealand roughly eight days later. The bird doesn’t stop for fuel or rest once along the way, and nobody knows quite how they do it.

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