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.
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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)