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Looking for a place to chow down on a limited budget? Here’s a list of affordable restaurants in and around Burlington. There’s nothing high-end here — just good grub and lots of it.

Parents in town? See "Tastes Good: Off-Campus Meal Plans" for Food Editor Suzanne Podhaizer’s pricier suggestions.

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Bueno y Sano

Get fresh ingredients of your choice — including shrimp, barbecued seitan and garlicky spinach — in a wrap or a crispy quesadilla. Delivery, Take-Out and College Cash Cards accepted.

Burlington Bagel Bakery

  • 992 Shelburne Rd, South Burlington, VT, 05403
  • 802-864-0236

Burlington’s original bagel shop cooks up more than 15 types of bagels, including asiago and roasted red pepper. Take-Out.

Burlington Bay Market and Cafe

  • 125 Battery Street, Burlington, VT, 05401
  • 802-864-0110

When it’s warm enough, you can chow a chipotle cheddar burger, or a creemee, on the deck overlooking the lake. Take-Out.

Cheese Outlet / Fresh Market

  • 400 Pine Street, Burlington, VT, 05401
  • 802-863-3968

The groceries are high-end, but the sandwiches and baked goods are yummy — and cheap.

Chicken Charlie's

  • 1160 Williston Road, South Burlington, VT, 05403
  • 802-862-1211

Fire-roasted chicken and baby-back ribs at the same place — get ’em with some BBQ gravy. Delivery, Take-Out and College Cash Cards accepted.

China Express

  • 295 Shelburne Road, Burlington, VT, 05401
  • 802-865-2155

This take-out style restaurant sells a lot of fried dumplings and General Tso’s chicken. The North Street location offers a brown-rice option. Delivery, Take-Out & College Cash Cards accepted.

China Express

  • 30 North Street, Burlington, VT, 05401
  • 802-865-2155

This take-out style restaurant sells a lot of fried dumplings and General Tso’s chicken. The North Street location offers a brown-rice option. Delivery, Take-Out and College Cash Cards accepted.

City Market

The in-store eatery boasts a wide selection of inexpensive take-out, including sushi. Vegan and gluten-free options abound. Take-Out

Cobblestone Deli and Café

  • 152 Battery Street, Burlington, VT, 05401
  • 802-865-3354

This specialty sandwich shop has the only dog-parking area in town. Drop in for a sandwich, salad or to sample the baked goods. Take-Out.

Dino's Pizza - Burlington

  • Burlington Town Center, Burlington, VT, 05401
  • 802-862-0019

This friendly pizzeria in the Burlington Town Center food court is known for its daily specials and super-fast service. Delivery and Take-Out.
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