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[title]Fall in Boston means changing leaves, crisp air and thousands of students flooding back into the city. Unfortunately, between the cost of textbooks, supplies and apartment rental fees, it might feel like your budget is already flunking. But good news! Time Out Market Boston makes the grade with plenty of dishes prepared by the city’s best chefs for $15 or less. From dumplings and tacos to ramen and seasonal iced lattes, here are 15 bites perfect for college students and food lovers on a budget for life.
Chicken Parm a la Guzman & Poe from Poe-lenta: $15
Tender chicken smothered in a fresh, flavorful sauce and gooey melty mozzarella cheese served over a bed of angel hair pasta.
Good Morning Bowl from Squeeze Juice Co.: $12.50
Trade the dorm room cereal and milk routine and treat yourself to a blend of açaí, banana, blueberry, apple juice, and almond butter, topped with crunchy granola and fresh strawberries.
Pumpkin Spice Latte Donut from Union Square Donuts: $9.50
With each delicious bite, enjoy the warming sweetness of our pumpkin glaze combined with the perfect spicy balance of cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg and topped with a creamy espresso drizzle. Your favorite fall beverage, now in doughnut form!
Wings from A&B Burgers: $14.95
Taking a break from hitting the books to watch the big game? Place an order of A&B Burger’s chicken wings in your choice of plain, Korean BBQ, buffalo or garlic parmesan.
OG Cheese Pizza from Lala’s Neapolitanish Pizza: $14.45
A perfectly crispy wood-fired pizza crust topped with fresh tomato sauce and melty, aged mozzarella.
Three-Way Roast Beef Sandwich from Cusser’s: $13.50
Tender, thinly shaved beef, topped with your choice of barbecue sauce, mayo and jack cheese (or get all three and make it a traditional North Shore three-way), served on a griddled onion roll.
Cajun Karaage Chicken Sando from Ms. Cluck’s Deluxe Chicken & Dumplings: $14
Spicy crispy chicken thigh, bacon, tomato, iceberg lettuce, dashi pickles and nori buttermilk ranch on a toasty buttery bun.
Mac & Cheese Bowl from Blue Ribbon BBQ: $14
Topped with crunchy cornbread crouton crumbs, fresh tomatoes, scallions, and house BBQ sauce. Add pork, chicken or beef ends.
Texas Hot Link Plate from Blue Ribbon BBQ: $14
A locally made, mildly spicy classic Texas pork sausage, seasoned with black and white pepper, fresh garlic and marjoram, and topped with gold sauce.
Fattoush Salad from Anoush’ella: $14.70
A bed of mixed greens piled high with tomato, cucumber, red pepper, onion, fresh herbs, chips, haloumi and pomegranate vinaigrette.
Chicken Za’atar Wrap from Anoush’ella: $14.50
Craving something with a bit more protein? Tender chicken wrapped in a warm pita with hummus, tomatoes, baked fries, pickled turnip, garlic sauce and served with a side of hummus.
Tacos from Taqueria el Barrio: $4.95-$5.70 each
Build your perfect trio at Taqueria el Barrio, where tacos range from seasonal veggie and chicken to al pastor, carne asada, birria and crispy fish.
Maki from Go Go Ya: $12-$14
Roll into Go Go Ya for fresh maki—avocado, salmon, or spicy ahi—perfect for a quick bite that won’t bust your budget.
Warm Quinoa Bowl from Lulu Green: $14.95
A hearty bowl of kale, warm quinoa, tahini marinated beets, spiced roasted squash, roasted red onion, pomegranate dressing, labneh and cashew crunch. Bonus points because it’s vegan!
Iced Pistachio Rose Latte and a Chocolate Croissant from Lulu Green Cafe: $12.40
Opt for a sweet breakfast treat combo and try an iced pistachio latte made with house-made pistachio syrup infused with orange and rose water, and a warm, flaky chocolate croissant.
