Welcome back, it’s Cas and I’m here for our first edition of Burgh Bites to make sure you all know about the best and cheapest eats Downtown. As a freshman commuter without a meal plan I was on a search to find the cheapest eats; and I’m glad that I can say that you need not struggle like I did.

Moe’s:

This is my top college meal. Order off of the kids menu, ask for half and half rice. When you get the quesadilla (my go-to), after they cook it, ask for lettuce and sour cream. Whatever you want basically. It comes with a cookie, small drink and free chips all for $5.08 after tax.

The Simple Greek:

Again order off the kid’s menu. They offer a kids falafel bowl, gyro bowl and grilled lemon chicken bowl

all at the price of $8.25. Although it costs more than the quesadilla, the quantity of food is more filling and tasty. It comes with the bowl, a small drink and a side of pita.

So Fresh:

For me, this location is expensive yet, they sell the best smoothies (for $8.49) I have ever had. They add agave syrup instead of sugar and I can’t praise it enough. They also have a kids meal for

$8.99. I’ve never tried it, but if it’s anything like their main dishes? It’s going to be tasty.

Einstein Bagels:

Another pricey but tasty location. Sandwiches range from $7.99 to $9.79 and are really good. However, it depends on the time you go. Don’t go before close, try to get there as early as you can.

Alta Via:

I learned recently that this fancy restaurant does take out. It’s $12 but the tiramisu is so good. The gelato ($8) is average and the olive oil cake ($10) has complex flavors.

Market Square Subway:

The first and only time I went here the experience was bad in every way. They have foot long sweets; the only good one is the cookie at $5.

Genoa Pizza:

This one is a Point Park classic. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. Greasy food and

odd characters make for a fun time. They’re open until 2 a.m., prices range from $2.69 to $30.

Chaykhana:

On Smithfield the food here is just tasty. Prices range from $1.50 to $18. Although, the last time I went in they didn’t have all options on their menu available and the food takes time. When you dine in, I think they serve tea.

ChinaTown Inn:

Now that Mandarin Gourmet is closed, this is the last Chinese spot Downtown. Prices range from $3

to $24.50 and they serve tea when you dine in. The eggrolls ($3) are very filling; order two for lunch sometime.

Yuzu Kitchen:

Try the ramen ($17) for the experience. Overall the food here is mid for the price.