Monday
The Crafty Irishman1800 Main St. (Downtown)
Treat yourself to a pairing of two beverages and an order of a fish and chips entrée at The Crafty Irishman on Mondays and get a second fish and chips entrée for half off (a savings of $9).
Palmer’s Hot Chicken
6465 E. Mockingbird Lane (East Dallas)
At Palmer’s Hot Chicken, get a MotherClucker Sammich (fried or grilled), which is a chicken breast topped with pimento cheese and pickles, a side of your choice and a drink for just $10 every Monday. The regular price is $11 and doesn’t include a drink.
Pie Tap Pizza Workshop + Bar
Various Locations
Mondays are meant for margaritas. Margarita Pizza, that is. All Pie Tap locations offer buy one, get one half off all day Monday. The pizza is $16 regularly, so the second one saves you $8.
Velvet Taco
Various Locations
Velvet Taco created the infamous backdoor chicken for those who need a quick meal but don’t want to sacrifice quality and flavor for convenience. The chicken is brined and marinated in-house for 48 hours then roasted over an open flame. For $15, you get one whole rotisserie chicken, six tortillas, three sides and two hot sauces.
Tuesday
BarNone718 N. Buckner Blvd. (Casa Linda)
On Tuesdays from 3 to 9:45 p.m., indulge in BarNone’s cheeseburger special. You’ll get The Royale with Cheese, which is a 4-ounce fresh, house-ground Texas wagyu patty, smashed and seared and served on a toasted brioche bun with your choice of cheese for $7.95 (regularly $10.75).
Boulevardier
408 N. Bishop Ave. (Bishop Arts District)
Boulevardier is the place to be on Tuesday night for a 33% discount on all steaks, including the Chef’s Cut and Wood-Grilled Prime Steak Frites. The steak frites is a wood-grilled prime steak topped with horseradish chimichurri, hand-cut fries, local greens and a bearnaise aioli, for only $29 on Tuesdays (regularly $43).
Café Izmir
3711 Greenville Ave. (Lower Greenville)
Customer appreciation night happens at Café Izmir every Tuesday. Enjoy $4 appetizers and vegetarian tapas plus $15 bottles of house wine and sangria from 5 p.m. to close. Whether it’s hummus, baba ghanoush or falafel you love, you can enjoy a Mediterranean adventure without breaking the bank.
El Vecino
718 N. Buckner Blvd. (Casa Linda)
Spice up your otherwise boring Tuesday night by indulging in the tasty chile rellenos (cheese or beef) special at El Vencino from 5 p.m. to close for only $12.95.
Hillside Tavern
6465 E. Mockingbird Lane (East Dallas)
Enjoy steak frites for only $23 (regularly $33) at Hillside Tavern on Tuesday nights. This special is a 12-ounce New York Strip served with a pat of house-whipped garlic herb butter and house-smoked kosher salt and served with house-seasoned fries and a side salad.
Jasper’s
1251 State St., Richardson
On Tuesday nights at Jasper’s in Richardson, you can get a half rack of ribs for $18 served with their unique “creamy baked potato salad” (regularly $38).
Palmer’s Hot Chicken
6465 E. Mockingbird Lane (East Dallas)
At Palmer’s Hot Chicken, get two tacos (choice of pulled hot chicken, catfish, fried shrimp or grilled shrimp) with a side of your choice and a drink for just $10 every Tuesday.
Pie Tap Pizza Workshop + Bar
Various Locations
Tuesday is “Pie Day.” All Pie Tap locations offer pizza for $14 each all day. This is a $2 to $5 savings depending on which pie you order.
Rodeo Bar at The Adolphus Hotel
1321 Commerce St. (Downtown)
On Tuesdays at Rodeo Bar, feast on chicken-fried steak served with a heaping portion of mashed potatoes and white gravy for $16.
Stan’s Blue Note
2908 Greenville Ave. (Lower Greenville)
Stan’s Blue Note on Greenville Avenue in Dallas is one of the city’s oldest bars, and its prices will make you feel like you’ve traveled back in time. On Tuesdays, burgers are only $3.99 with the purchase of a drink. The regular price is $10.99 (with fries), so this is a $7 savings.
Yama Sushi
8989 Forest Lane (Lake Highlands)
If you’re a sushi lover, head to Yama Sushi on Tuesdays for all-day happy hour on more than 20 options of $1 to $1.50 sushi items. This special is offered only at the Forest Lane location.
Wednesday
Boulevardier 408 N. Bishop Ave. (Bishop Arts District)
On Wednesdays, swing by Boulevardier and grab some fresh, raw East Coast oysters for only $1.95 all night long.
El Vecino
718 N. Buckner Blvd. (Casa Linda)
El Vencino, an upscale and lively spot, has an enchilada Wednesday special. For just $6.99 you'll get two enchiladas with rice and beans. Your choice of cheese, beef or chicken. Dine-in only.
Hillside Tavern
6465 E. Mockingbird Lane (East Dallas)
Hillside Tavern has a new Wednesday cheeseburger and fries special. From open to close, indulge in a hot off-the-griddle burger with house-spiced fries for only $13 (regularly $15, without the fries).
Jasper’s
1251 State St., Richardson
Wednesday night is ladies’ night at Jasper’s, where you can enjoy an exclusive three-course dinner for $28 starting at 4 p.m.
La Comida Mexican Kitchen and Cocktails
1101 N. Beckley (Bishop Arts District)
Wednesday is the day to visit La Comida if you’re craving enchiladas. You can get a two-enchilada plate with rice and beans for only $9.99 (regularly $10.99).
Palmer’s Hot Chicken
6465 E. Mockingbird Lane (East Dallas)
Watching your waistline? Wednesdays are Healthy Hump Day at Palmer’s Hot Chicken. Get a house, spinach or Caesar salad with your choice of protein and a drink for only $10. Protein choices include chicken breast, chicken tenders, shrimp ($2 extra), chicken salad or hot pulled chicken in your desired level of heat (naked, novice, Nashville or napalm).
Pie Tap Pizza Workshop + Bar
Design District, Knox/Henderson, Park/Preston, Addison, Frisco and Fort Worth
Wednesday is “Bird Night,” when all Pie Tap locations offer a $14 half chicken, served with cauliflower mash, spinach, broccolini and mushrooms in a lemon chardonnay sauce. This is a $5 savings from the regular price.
Thursday
BarNone718 N. Buckner Blvd. (Casa Linda)
Sink your teeth into a delicious grilled cheese sandwich for half the regular price of $10.95 – $17.95 on Thursdays at Bar None. Choose from traditional, patty melt, Italian or short rib.
Intrinsic Smokehouse & Brewing
509 W. State St.,Garland
On Thursdays at Intrinsic Smokehouse, you can get three smoked brisket tacos with achiote, pico and cheese plus a cold beer for only $12 all day. On the wagon? It's only $8.50 for the tacos without the beer.
Pie Tap Pizza Workshop + Bar
Various Locations
Thursday is “Pasta Night,” when all Pie Tap locations offer $14 bowls of pasta. Choose from carbonara, chicken Parmesan, pappardelle and Bolognese, chicken pesto, ricotta gnocchi, lasagna Bolognese or bucatini and meatballs. This is a $4–$6 savings from the regular price.
Jasper’s
1251 State St., Richardson
At Jasper’s on Thursday evenings, get a 12-ounce prime rib with a loaded baked potato for $29 (regularly $56) and select bottles of wine for half off.
Yama Sushi
8989 Forest Lane (Lake Highlands)
If you’re a sushi lover, head to Yama Sushi on Thursdays for all-day happy hour on more than 20 options of $1 to $1.50 sushi items. This special is offered only at the Forest Lane location.
Friday
BarNone718 N. Buckner Blvd. (Casa Linda)
There is no better way to start the weekend than by getting a traditional grilled cheese and fries at Bar None for $5.95 (regularly $10.95) on Fridays.
Perry’s Steakhouse
Uptown, Frisco and Grapevine
Friday at Perry’s is epic. The famous pork chop with whipped potatoes, homemade apple sauce and an individual loaf of bread is $19. This special, for both dine-in and take-out, is on from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. The dinner-cut pork chop will run you $49, so getting a slightly smaller cut at lunch and saving $30 is a steal of a deal.
Saturday
Palmer’s Hot Chicken6465 E. Mockingbird Lane (East Dallas)
At Palmer’s Hot Chicken, get a fried or grilled shrimp po' boy on Saturday for only $14. It's loaded with shrimp, and you can choose your level of heat (naked, novice, Nashville or napalm).
Sunday
Hillside Tavern6465 E. Mockingbird Lane (East Dallas)
Another great deal at Hillside Tavern happens on Sunday when all food is half-off all day for service industry workers. And we’re not just talking about those in the restaurant service industry. The definition of a service industry worker here is progressive to include real estate, retail, fitness, teachers, first responders, etc.
Malai Kitchen
Uptown, Preston Center, Southlake and Fort Worth
Malai Kitchen has happy hour food bites during the week from 3 to 6 p.m., and the same deal all day on Sundays (excluding holidays). You can enjoy $7 bites of grilled satay, fried imperial rolls, spicy edamame, Vietnamese meatballs or cucumber salad. Get any two for $12.
Perry’s Steakhouse
Uptown, Frisco and Grapevine
Gather your family and head to Perry’s Steakhouse for Sunday Supper. From 4 to 9 p.m., indulge in a three-course dinner with the soup or salad of your choice and the legendary pork chop as your entrée, and your choice of the dessert trio or substitute dessert for a side of whipped potatoes, chargrilled vegetables or grilled asparagus. It's only $49.
Sushi Axiom
Various Locations
Nothing says “Sunday Funday” better than an all-day (noon – 10 p.m.) sushi happy hour. Sushi Axiom has several appetizers such as crispy calamari and beef satay for $6.95. Original sushi rolls (California, spicy tuna, spicy salmon) are offered for $5.95. Sushi varieties like yellowtail, tuna and escolar go for $5.95 and signature rolls for $9.95.
Any Weekday
Delucca Gaucho Pizza & WineDesign District, Plano, Southlake and Fort Worth
If you haven’t yet been to Delucca, it is quite an experience. Think Fogo de Chao or Texas de Brazil, but with pizza. For $24.95 per person, you can stuff your pie hole with 14 different kinds of pizza plus salad, soup, meatballs and dessert pizza. However, if you prefer to forgo the whole gaucho experience, check out happy hour during the week from 4:30 to 6 p.m., when you can get an entire pizza for $9. Lobster bisque and Kobe meatballs are $8 each in the bar area only.
Douglas Bar and Grill
6818 Snider Plaza (Park Cities)
Douglas Bar and Grill is the place to be on weekdays from 3 to 6 p.m. Most bites are $10 each and include options such as pimento cheese, smoked guacamole, queso, fried pickles, pimento fries, little leaguers and a smash burger. Check the website for daily specials outside of the happy hour menu.
Eddie V’s
Dallas, Fort Worth, Plano
Eddie V’s likes to tease. On Sunday through Thursday from 4 to 6:30 p.m., get oysters Rockefeller ($8 for two), black truffle tartare ($8), mini filet sandwiches ($10 for two), prime steak tataki ($10) and South African lobster tempura bites ($17 for five) during happy hour. You’ll have a hard time not indulging in the regular dinner menu after sampling these delicious bites.
The Finch
Mockingbird Station and Grand Prairie
One of the most intriguing menu items at The Finch is the Japanese A-5 Katsu sandwich, which is usually $49. But visit on weekdays from 3 to 6 p.m. and nab one for $39. There are also half-priced starters.
Harwood Arms
2823 McKinnon St. (Uptown)
If British pubs are your scene and you’re craving some tasty bites, Harwood Arms has great deals. Monday through Thursday from 4 to 6 p.m., and Friday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., small bites, including white bean dip, scotch egg, mini Reuben fries, Guinness-braised short rib sliders and mini twice-baked potatoes, go for $5 and $6. We can attest to the Reuben fries: there's nothing small about them.
Hudson House
Highland Park, Addison, Lakewood, Las Colinas and Fort Worth
For one of the best cheeseburgers in Dallas, block your work calendar and head to Hudson House from 3 to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, when you can indulge in a cheeseburger for only $10.
Loro
East Dallas and Addison
Loro is one of our favorite spots for an inventive meal without a big price tag. From 2 to 6 p.m. on weekdays enjoy several items from Loro’s menu for $8.50 or less, including smoked salmon dip, caramelized onion cheddar burger, smoked wings and more.
Malai Kitchen
Uptown, Preston Center, Southlake and Fort Worth
During the week, Malai Kitchen has happy hour food bites from 3 to 6 p.m. Enjoy $7 bites of grilled satay, fried imperial rolls, spicy edamame, Vietnamese meatballs or cucumber salad. Get any two for $12.
Olivella’s Pizza & Wine
Lakewood, SMU and Fort Worth
If you’re craving pizza and don’t mind eating early, you may enjoy the BOGO pizza special at Olivella’s Pizza & Wine Monday through Thursday from 3 to 5 p.m. Buy one metro pizza and get a second one of equal or lesser value for free. The same special is available on Fridays but ends at 4:30 p.m.
Revolver Taco Lounge
2646 Elm St. (Deep Ellum)
Monday – Friday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., enjoy the wagyu beef carne asada tacos for only $3 at Revolver Taco Lounge. They are $6 otherwise.
Every Day
Biscuit BarDeep Ellum, Plano, Arlington, Fort Worth and Coppell
Into buttery, homemade biscuits? If so, The Biscuit Bar is ready to serve you an impressive selection of sweet and savory biscuit sandwiches on the cheap. From the classic biscuits with sausage gravy to a Steak & Egg biscuit, you’ll want to try every biscuit sandwich on the menu. Best of all, you’ll be able to try most of them for under $10. The most expensive biscuit (the $14.80 Rough Night) has everything and the kitchen sink on it.
Bistro B
Lake Highlands and Grand Prairie
If anything matches the sensory overload of Bistro B’s interior — colored lights, fake blossoming cherry trees and blinking neon signs — it’s a spread from the menu’s hundreds of items. On weekend nights after you’ve left the nightclub, venture there with your late-night crew for an array of Vietnamese delights, including pho, com tam breakfast platters and crepes. Anytime, day or night, enjoy the “buy two, get one free” banh mi or pho dishes. And don’t forget to grab three pork or vegetable egg rolls for $1.25.
Burger House
Park Cities, Addison and East Dallas
Burger House, a Dallas institution, has served award-winning burgers, crispy seasoned fries and hand-made milkshakes and malts since 1951. Prices start at $5.45, and the burgers embody the epitome of classic flavors, offering a delicious nod to tradition.
Cheesesteak House
Various Locations
Indulge your cravings at Cheesesteak House, where the regular-sized cheesesteaks are a steal at $7.99 and the larger option is just $9.99. You can also dive into a world of flavors with one of the specialty sandwiches, priced at $8.59 for a regular and $10.89 for a large. The diverse array is sure to satisfy any appetite.
Cris and John
5555 Preston Oaks Road (North Dallas)
Cris and John's weekly $30 specials offer enough food to feed an army. When you place your order online, you can see what special is being offered that particular week. An example of one weekly offering is your choice of a phorrito (all of the ingredients in a typical bowl of pho, but wrapped into a burrito tortilla), a bao bun, dumplings, skewers and tacos.
Del’s Charcoal Burgers
110 S. McKinney St., Richardson
Del’s Charcoal Burgers stands as a revered local landmark, celebrated for its homemade root beers, charcoal-grilled burgers, hot dogs and sandwiches. The family-owned establishment since 1957 offers an array of options, with the priciest option being the double meat & cheeseburger for $7.60. Hot dogs are capped at $6.45, and sandwiches are priced at a reasonable $6.25 each.
El Rey Del Grill
4535 Maple Ave. (Medical District)
For evenings when cooking and cleanup feel like a daunting task, our go-to choice is the enticing family meal at El Rey Del Grill. Priced at $26.50, it includes an aromatic whole roasted chicken tinged with achiote and kissed by the grill, accompanied by Mexican rice, charro beans, tortillas and salsa. To elevate the feast, opt for the deal of two whole chickens for just $48.
Firexbox
9918 Plano Road (Lake Highlands)
At Firexbox, a glimpse through the drive-thru delivery window reveals a skilled chef meticulously crafting your sushi behind the counter. This sushi extends far beyond the ordinary California rolls, showcasing a level of quality surpassing typical grocery store fare, all at a fraction of the cost. With most rolls priced at $7.29 and sushi a la carte at $5.55 per order, the value is undeniable. While the drive-thru experience may require a bit more patience, rest assured that the made-to-order aspect results in a tasty culinary experience.
Fuel City
801 S. Riverfront Blvd. (West Dallas)
Fuel City is well known for its tacos that come four per order in a variety of flavors including nopales (cactus), ground beef with diced potatoes and green sauce, beef or chicken fajita, barbacoa or pastor.
Goodfriend Package
1155 Peavy Road (East Dallas)
The breakfast sandwiches at Goodfriend Package enjoy widespread acclaim, but the lunch sandwiches here are equally outstanding. With most offerings reasonably priced between $11 and $14, there’s a satisfying option for every palate. For those mindful of their budget, indulge in homemade grilled cheese for a mere $5.50 and add a bowl of savory tomato soup for just $4.
Jimmy’s Food Store
4901 Bryan St. (East Dallas)
Veteran Italian specialty shop Jimmy’s Food Store serves some of the best Italian prepared foods, sausages, baked goods and imported cheese and pasta in the city. However, you’d be remiss if you didn’t indulge in a sandwich from the takeout menu. Try a hearty deli sub, like the Italian sub loaded with mortadella, capicola, sopressata, pepperoni and provolone cheese for $5.99 for a half and $12.99 for a full. Or try the famous Cuban sandwich with roast pork, ham, Swiss, pickles and mojo sauce for $7.99.
Keller’s Drive-In
East Dallas and Harry Hines
Keller’s Drive-In, a Dallas classic since the '60s, offers a nostalgic dining experience. Stay in your car as the friendly waitstaff takes your order and delivers it to your car. Don’t miss the signature poppy seed bun burger, onion rings and a chocolate milkshake, all for under $12. Despite its popularity, Keller’s maintains affordable prices after 70 years in business, with burgers starting at $3.85. Plus, they now accept credit cards. So, enjoy the retro vibe, and keep some extra napkins handy to avoid any mess on your steering wheel.
La Banqueta
Various Locations
Tacos at La Banqueta start at $2 for corn and $2.25 for flour, and options include thin grilled beef, pork and pineapple, pork sausage, pork meat, cow head, beefsteak, small intestines, cow tongue, chicken or cheese. All tacos are served with onions and cilantro.
Taqueria La Ventana
Various Locations
Take advantage of $2.50 tacos, $8.50 burritos, and dips and chips at $5 or less at Taqueria La Ventana.
La Victoria
1605 N. Haskell Ave. (East Dallas)
Start your day off at La Victoria with a massive breakfast burrito starting at $4 with sausage, eggs, potatoes, and more.
Mama’s Daughters' Diner
Various Locations
While complaints about rising food prices persist, breakfast at Mama’s Daughters' Diner remains an affordable delight. Indulge in biscuits and gravy for just over $4, a fried egg sandwich for under $6 and a short stack of pancakes for less than $7. At lunch, the rotating meat-and-three options offer a diverse daily selection for just under $12. Alternatively, opt for a budget-friendly feast with two chicken fried steaks priced at $15 or less, perfect for sharing. Note that prices and options vary by location, so check the menu before heading out for a delicious and wallet-friendly meal.
Prince Lebanese Grill
502 W. Randol Mill Road, Arlington
Whether you’re gearing up for a Dallas Cowboys or Texas Rangers game, make a pit stop at Prince Lebanese Grill. This family-owned gem offers beef shawarma sandwiches, gyros and falafel, all priced at $8 or less. For a complete meal under $10, save room for baklava, priced at just $1.25.
Si Tapas
2207 Allen St. (Uptown)
Si Tapas offers the perfect setting for orchestrating an old-world rendezvous with a broad selection of traditional tapas. Nestled in the charming State-Thomas neighborhood, the ambiance of this quaint house sets the stage for a dining experience to remember. Except for shared paella dishes, everything on the menu falls within the $5–$10 range.
Tacos Y Mas
Various Locations
Tacos Y Mas has Mexican street tacos for $2.49 or a signature taco for $3.99. For street tacos, you can choose between steak, chicken, pastor, carnitas, barbacoa, bistec, lengua and tripa. Signature taco choices include grilled steak, shredded chicken, chicken or steak fajita, marinated pork, slow-cooked beef brisket and birria.
Taco Y Vino
213 W. Eighth St. (Bishop Arts District)
At Taco y Vino, enjoy a set of three mix-and-match tacos for $13 or order one of the best deals in town: six tacos and a bottle of wine for $45. There are over a dozen taco options on the regular menu and loads of specials that pop on and off.
Uchi
2817 Maple Ave. (Uptown)
One of the best sushi restaurants in Dallas, Uchi offers happy hour every day (including weekends) from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Get sushi, maki and small tastings, all priced between $2 and $12.50. Sister restaurant, Uchiba, located upstairs, offers a similar happy hour with nigiri, maki and hand rolls, and everything priced between $2 and $15.
What the Pho
221 W. Parker Road, Plano
One of the best dinner deals we’ve seen is at What the Pho, where you can snag two bánh mì sandwiches for $8.99. Yes: two sandwiches for under $9. Indulge in popular choices like beef and pork or explore one of the other 11 options available, all served with cilantro, jalapeno, cucumber, carrots and daikon. Planning for a potluck but prefer not to cook? Consider a party tray: $40 for 50 chicken dumplings or $50 for 100 pork or vegetable egg rolls.
