Lunch on a Budget: El Cafetero Bakery, Mix It Up, City Line Deli

When you feel the midday rumble in your stomach don’t stress because your bank account is running low. The whole country has been brown bagging it to better their budgets. But if you can’t stomach another boring homemade pb&j sandwich for lunch, then White Plains Patch has got you covered.

Here is our list of lunch deals for under $10 at great places to grab a bite in White Plains without breaking the bank.

City Line Deli - 573 North Broadway

In business for over 19 years, this full-service deli has now grown and offers a bigger selection of foods including pizza, wings and take home dinners. Well known for their wide variety of sandwiches including breakfast style, cold, hot, and from the grill, they also serve homemade salads, some which prices vary per pound. All of their salads and sandwiches are $7.50 or less, and they also have a great amount of lunch specials and their daily sandwich, soups, and salad of the day.

Some of their lunch specials include a Black Angus Burger with french fries for $6.25, a Roast Loin of Pork for $5.50 or $6.25 (depending on size), Andouille (a spicy cajun sausage) for $5.50, and of course their noteworthy speciality, a City Line Deli Dog (an all beef, foot long hot dog served on a grilled wedge with Chili and Cheddar Cheese for $4.00

Phone in an order and City Line Deli offers free delivery. They are open seven days a week, from Monday through Friday 6am till 8pm, Saturday 6am till 5pm, and Sunday 6am till 3pm. 

Don’t miss out on City Line’s restaurant-style food that is prepared fresh and daily right inside - especially if you are looking for a satisfying lunch thats easy on your wallet!

El Cafetero Bakery - 124 E Post Rd.

Clean and spacious, this Colombian restaurant and bakery is the ultimate in serving “class spanish food” whether you want to dine in, or order food to go. They have a hot food bar and a bakery, both with fresh, delicious food made daily in the house. They also serve freshly squeezed, all natural juices. 

For under $10, you can find great lunch specials such as breaded, boneless chicken breast or legs for $5.75, fried fish fillet for $6.75, grilled steak for $5.75, and more, which are all served with rice, beans, and vegetables. 

Mix It Up (A Salad Boutique) - 72 Mamaroneck Ave.

Truly a modern and eclectic atmosphere, if your interested in a healthy variety of salads, paninnis, soups, gourmet nuts, and home baked goods at modest prices, then this place is for you! Mix It Up is ideal especially if you are looking for a quick, convenient lunch where you can really personalize your meal for under $10. Create your own salad, panini, or wrap for $6.50 (additional fees may apply depending on selection) or try a variety of specials such as the City Center Salad (with baby arugula, grilled chicken, dried cranberries and goat cheese) for $8.75 with your choice of a variety of homemade dressings.

In a bind and need a fast pickup or free delivery? Visit their website, www.mixitupsalads.com and order right online. They also provide catering services as well.

If you are a health-conscious individual or just looking to mix things up a bit when it comes to finding a good priced lunch, this place is definitely worth a try!

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