
Vancouver’s Mount Pleasant area has built quite the food reputation, offering some seriously good (and cheap!) eats. So when hunger calls, here are a few spots to treat yourself to a fine meal for just $10 or less.
Hawkers Delight Deli
A taste of Singapore in Vancouver, Hawkers Delight is a hole-in-the-wall Singaporean restaurant on Main. Popular dishes include Nasi Goreng, Laksa Noodles, Hainanese Chicken Rice, and Roti. Prices start at $5 and offer generous portions that will leave your stomach and wallet satisfied.
Address: 4127 Main Street
Phone: 604-709-8188
Sal Y Limon

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For $2.75 per taco, Sal Y Limon is a must-visit food destination for anyone craving a cheap and authentic Mexican meal.
Address: 701 Kingsway Street
Phone: 604-677-4247
Website: www.salylimon.ca
Lucy’s Eastside Diner
It’s 3 a.m. and you’re hungry? Lucy’s Eastside Diner has you covered. This 24-hour retro joint on Main Street is known for its full-flavoured portions of burgers, fries, and milkshakes for all under $10.
Address: 2708 Main Street
Phone: 604-568-1550
Miura Waffle Milk Bar
Sweet and savoury unite, as the classic breakfast waffle works double duty. Try the Baja, which has avocado tempura, tomato, spicy lime mayo and teriyaki sauce, or the Nutty Pig, stuffed with bacon, pecans, whip cream, and chocolate sauce. All ‘waffle sandos’ ring in at $9.99 or less.
Address: 2521 Main Street
Phone: 604-687-2902
Website: www.miurawafflemilkbar.ca
The Whip

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In the mood for brunch? Head to The Whip, where all but one menu item is $8 or less. That includes waffles, Eggs Bennys, and the Old Faithful, which has two eggs, toast, hashbrowns, and bacon or ham.
Address: 209 E 6th Avenue
Phone: 604-874-4687
Website: www.thewhiprestaurant.com