This week’s cheap eats

Published 12:00 am Thursday, December 27, 2018

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GET READY TO ROCK

The lunch special includes a half bagel sandwich and cup of soup, with soup selections varying daily. Staff pick: club sandwich with turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato and ranch cream cheese.

Dining deal: $7

Rockin’ Dave’s Bagel Bistro

661 NE Greenwood Ave., Bend

541-318-8177

Hours: 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday to Saturday; 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday (holiday hours may vary)

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GRAB AND GO

This catering company also has two storefront locations. Try a hot panini with sides of fruit, potato salad and a large cookie. Staff picks: southwest grilled chicken and smoke roasted tri-tip.

Dining deal: $8.50

Tate and Tate Catering

Locations in Bend and Redmond

bendcatering.net

Hours: 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday to Friday and 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday in Redmond; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday to Friday in Bend (holiday hours may vary)

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BENTO BARGAINS

Bento lunch boxes include an entree with three sides. Staff pick: yakisoba noodles with a choice of chicken or tofu, served with tempura, salad and miso soup. Nine entree options to choose from.

Dining deal: $10 to $12

BimBap Asian Kitchen

473 E. Hood Ave., Sisters

541-549-6562

Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesday to Sunday (holiday hours may vary)

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CLIMB EVERY MOUNTAIN

Sample cuisine from the Himalayan region at this food truck. Staff picks: Masu-bhaat (seasoned chicken), Sabji-bhaat (spiced vegetables with coconut milk) and Shaapta (Tibetan stir fry with beef), each served with rice and salad.

Dining deal: $9

Himalayan Bites

1424 NE Cushing Drive, Bend

541-410-4431

Hours: 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday; 3 to 8:30 p.m. Monday (holiday hours may vary)

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PASTA PLEASER

Enjoy a heaping bowl of vegetable penne pasta in white wine, garlic and butter sauce, or a creamy cheddar mac and cheese with Parmesan crusted toast. Add your choice of meat for $2 more.

Dining deal: $9.95

Smith Rock Brewing Co.

546 NW Seventh St., Redmond

541-279-7005

Hours: 3 to 9 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday (holiday hours may vary)

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HOME BASE

Whether you’re a climber, hiker, biker or just out for a drive, this lunch special includes a single topping mini pizza, small salad and soda to fuel you up without draining your wallet.

Dining deal: $7.99

Base Camp Pizza

8060 11th St., Terrebonne

541-526-1181

Hours: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily (holiday hours may vary)

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CUBAN-AMERICAN CASUAL

Try any of five Cuban bread press sandwiches featuring slow cooked or roasted pork, steak, plantains or chicken.

Dining deal: $9 to $10

Cuban Kitchen

133 SW Century Drive, Suite 204, Bend

541-797-6587

Hours: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday to Friday; noon to 8 p.m. Saturday (holiday hours may vary)

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STAY GROUNDED

Enjoy a hamburger or cheeseburger with a 1/3 pound beef patty, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles and mayonnaise, served with a side of soup, potato salad, cottage cheese or chips.

Dining deal: $8.95 to $9.95

Karen’s Grounded Cafe

51470 U.S. Highway 97, Suite A-3, La Pine

541-241-0980

Hours: 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesday to Saturday (holiday hours may vary)

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