Dining Under Seven Dollars

Two eggs, hash browns, and two slices of toast - standard breakfast, right? Not when it costs a mind-boggling $0.99! How about a sushi roll for as little as $1.50? These are some of the outrageous money-saving meal deals California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) students have at their disposal – and they all are within six miles from CSUMB campus.

Whether you cook for yourself, eat at the Dining Commons or the Otter Express, sometimes people need a break from their usual routine and deserve going out to eat. Although this may be difficult when you’re on a budget; so I’ve listed four restaurants close to CSUMB with great deals for students that are on a budget, or that aren’t and are just looking for cheap, but quality food to eat.

Michael’s Grill and Taqueria (265 Reservation Road, Marina, CA)

Distance from CSUMB: 3.2 Miles

Meal Deals: Check the “Specials” menu to see what their deal is. The Carne Asada Tacos- $1.75. The Wet Burritos- $5.49. The selections are chicken and bean, shredded beef and beans, shredded beef and potato, potato and bean, bean and cheese, and rice and beans.

Tommy’s Restaurant (204 Cypress Avenue, Marina, CA)

Distance from CSUMB: 4.1 Miles

Meal Deals: The “Working Man’s Breakfast” for $0.99 comes with two eggs, hash browns, and two slices of toast. The “Tommy’s Special” for $2.95 comes with two eggs, hash browns, choice of sausage, ham, or bacon, and three buttermilk pancakes.

Asian Market (3065 Del Monte Boulevard, Marina, CA)

Distance from CSUMB: 4.1 Miles

Meal Deals: Sushi Rolls hot-and-ready Kim – Bap Sushi Rolls for $1.50 each. Advice: Go before or around noon. They are made in the moring and are sold for about two hours while they are fresh. They are located at the register by the entrance of the market.

Mundo’s Café (2233 North Fremont Street, Seaside, CA)

Distance from CSUMB: 6.5 Miles

Meal Deals: The American Cheeseburger is $5.99. A Half Sandwich and Soup is $6.50. Another deal is their 3 Cheeseburger Tacos, 3 Carne Asada Tacos, or 3 Crispy Chicken Milanese tacos for $6.50. The Vegetarian Menu consists of a Fire Bell Sandwich, a Grilled Eggplant Sandwich, and a Garden Quesadilla, each $6.25.

Deals are everywhere. It is finding them that can be complicated for most. The restaurants listed are a solid start for anyone looking to dine on a few dollars. There are much more deals to find and more great food to enjoy. Start looking and help these restaurants thrive. It is not easy for them to sell food so cheap. They need us as much as we need them.