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The Social Lounge’s Goat-Cheese-Stuffed Wings//Photo by Steve Legato. |
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Saffron Indian Kitchen’s Lunch Menu Photo by Alexandra Whitney Photography. |
Saffron Indian Kitchen’s Lunch Menu
Tikka masala, korma, madras or any of the midday specials come with basmati rice, a salad and a third daily accompaniment. All are $11 or less.
145 Montgomery Ave., Bala Cynwyd, (484) 278-4112; 60 E. Butler Ave., Ambler, (215) 540-0237.
Garrett Hill Ale House’s Bloody Mary Mussels
An $11 twist on your favorite brunch-time cocktail: fresh mussels seasoned with homemade Bloody Mary mix.
157 Garrett Ave., Bryn Mawr, (610) 519-0500.
Quincy’s Original Lobster Rolls’ Classic
Get a taste of Maine on the Main Line for less than 12 clams. Tender lobster meat is drizzled with lemon butter and piled high on a lightly buttered, griddle-toasted bun. Indulgent? Not at this price.
414 W. Swedesford Road, Berwyn, (484) 328-3905.
The Whip Tavern’s House-Cured Gravlax
Scottish salmon, that is—with dill crème fraîche and capers atop potato pancakes—for $11.99.
1383 N. Chatham Road, Coatesville, (610) 383-0600.
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The Gables at Chadds Ford’s Brown-Sugar Brisket Ragout//Photo by Steve Legato. |
The Gables at Chadds Ford’s Brown-Sugar Brisket Ragout
Twelve bucks gets you tender, meaty bites tossed with cavatelli pasta, bright summer vegetables, and brown-butter dust.
423 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, (610) 388-7700.
Fresh chickpea hummus, adzuki beans and chili oil adorn this $13 second-course selection at Chip Roman’s esteemed Conshy BYOB.
119 Fayette St., Conshohocken, (610) 397-0888.
You’ll need Facebook to keep pace with this busy food truck. When you do finally track it down, opt for the three largeish beef-pork-veal meatballs, each on a soft mini-roll, for $10.
(267) 530-1493.
Sabrina’s Cafe’s Steak ‘n’ Eggs
More like dinner for breakfast, a six-ounce flat iron bursting with flavor—credit the shallots, garlic, herbs and balsamic vinegar—and accompanied by two eggs covered in roasted tomato chimichurri will set you back about $14.
50 E. Wynnewood Road, Wynnewood, (484) 412-8790.
Hummus Mediterranean Grill’s Combination Platter
For $13.95, you might as well try it all: shawarma, falafel, and your choice of beef, chicken or schnitzel—with pita, three sides, and french fries or rice. Lamb is $2 extra; pickles, tahini and hot sauce are free.
18 Greenfield Ave., Ardmore, (610) 645-9500.
El Comalito Mexican Taquería’s Camarones a la Diabla
This no-frills Mexican eatery sautés succulent shrimp in a spicy red sauce, then serves it with rice, beans and a salad, all for $14. Bring a date—dinner for two is always under $30.
2 N. 5 Points Road, West Chester, (610) 701-6456.
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Azie on Main’s Shrimp Photo by Nina Lea Photography. |
Authentic pâtés include mousse peppercorn (chicken and duck), Terrine Mousquetaire (pork and Armagnac), mousse truffle (chicken and duck), and Rillettes de Canard (duck confit and sherry). All are under $15.
53 W. Lancaster Ave., Ardmore, (484) 412-8009.
The Old Guard House Inn’s Lobster Pizza
This $15 app dazzles with sweet lobster, roasted tomatoes and mozzarella cheese on a light, crispy flatbread crust.
953 Youngsford Road, Gladwyne, (610) 649-9708.
Start light with miso soup and a salad. Wok combos include sesame tofu, chicken or shrimp, with a California roll or a crab cream-cheese spring roll. Or try any two sushi rolls (California; spicy tuna, salmon or yellowtail; shrimp tempura; eel and avocado; veggie).
All sets are $14. 789 E. Lancaster Ave., Villanova, (610) 527-5700.
