Looking for somewhere cheap to grab lunch or something to get you between classes? Here's a list of awesome cheap eats on both Main and Loyola campus. From shawarma to dumplings, vegan eats to pho there's something here for everyone. Visit MTLBlog for more headlines. Unlike our McGillian neighbours to the East, Concordia campus is rife with cheap eats options! The downtown campus has literally every food culture you can think of within a few blocks of the library. Concordians are truly blessed with how many options exist around campus. With options though, come tough decisions. I remember many a late-night at the library, stumbling out of a fluorescent stupor, clutching a tenner, and standing on the corner of Bishop and de Maisonneuve at a total loss of what to eat. It was tough to compile this list because there are way too many cheap palaces to eat around Concordia! Though, after thinking about it - there too many cheap places that are inedible. You know what I'm talking about, Con U. So I thought about it some more and finally, came up with these 15 restaurants that I believe are the best cheap places to eat around Concordia University! If I missed your favourite or want to argue about this one over that one, tweet at me. People's Potato View this post on Instagram A post shared by People's Potato (@thepeoplespotato) on Jan 15, 2016 at 9:00am PST What: This collectively-run vegan soup kitchen provides meals to students and the community on a daily basis during the semester. Serving lunch from 12:30PM to 2PM Monday to Friday, all you need to do is bring a Tupperware and enjoy a free lunch! Where: 1455 de Maisonneuve West on the 7th floor of Concordia University's Hall building. Check them out here! Thali View this post on Instagram Have a great #thalithursday! . #thali #thalimtl #therealthali #1409stmarc #butterchicken #pouletaubeurre #chickencurry #alugobi #montreal #mtl A post shared by Thali Cuisine Indienne (@thali514) on Aug 14, 2019 at 7:31am PDT What: From a classic vegetarian thali to a super authentic tandoori meal, Thali the perfect place to fill up for under $15! Where: 1409 rue St-Marc Check them out here! Le Frigo Vert View this post on Instagram We’re open today until 5. Come by for a delicious by donation vegan meal! Vegan chilli and banana bread provided as always by the amazing @caferesonance . Proceeds for the cafe go to the legal fund for Cedar and other Hamilton pride defenders. Link for more info in bio A post shared by Frigo Vert (@lefrigovert) on Jul 4, 2019 at 9:52am PDT What: Another Concordia Food Group initiative, Le Frigo Vert is an anti-capitalist alternative health and community space. With organic and affordable local products and snacks (and even bulk products) choose Le Frigo Vert for your next lunch. Where: 1440 rue Mackay Check them out here! Pizza Bella View this post on Instagram My very #chic lunch. #pizza #yum A post shared by Marco Sav (@marcosav93) on Oct 17, 2013 at 9:45am PDT What: A classic among Concordia students. Pizza Bella is the spot you go to when you need a quick slice to hold you over between classes. Where: Inside Guy-Concordia metro Check them out here! Al-Taib Boulangerie View this post on Instagram Enfin un bar à salade à la hauteur de vos attentes.🙌🥗 • 📸: Tiffany Z. sur Yelp 📍: Al-Taib Boulangerie A post shared by Yelp Montreal (@yelpmtl) on Jan 28, 2019 at 1:45pm PST What: If you want fried chicken, vine leaves, shawarma, pizza, vegan food, and everything in between, head to Al-Taib. Popular with the lunch crowd, this buffet-style restaurant is perfect for the budget-conscious student. Where: 2125 rue Guy Check them out here! Restaurant I AM Pho View this post on Instagram Sometimes all you need is pho on a cold summer night!😋 A post shared by Joy (@eatwithqueenjoy) on Jul 14, 2019 at 11:23am PDT What: A newcomer on the scene, Restaurant I AM Pho has quickly become a favourite among pho lovers. They live up to their name with huge, flavourful, bowls of pho for less than $12 bucks. Where: 1444 rue St-Mathieu Check them out here! Nilufar View this post on Instagram As kids, we got excited when we saw a slide in a park, as adults, the FALAFEL slide is the only one that matters 🥰🥰🥰 Lorsque nous étions jeunes, on s’excitait à la vue de la glissoire dans le parc. Maintenant, étant adultes, la glissoire de falafel est la seule qui compte. 🥰🥰🥰 #fun #slide #park #kids #adults #pita #sandwich #wrap #foodporn #yum #yummy #nomnomnom #whatveganseat #vegetarian #white #paper #green #food #foodies #eat #hungry #foodie #photooftheday #mtl #rain #rainbow #sunshine #montreal #nilufarmtl #falafel4life A post shared by 1923 Ste.Catherine W. (@restaurant_nilufar) on Jun 25, 2019 at 8:57am PDT What: You know it and love it as perhaps the best falafel in Montreal. For only $2, Nilufar is a can't-fail. Where: 1923 rue Ste-Catherine O. Check them out here! Chicha Donburi View this post on Instagram Happy new year!!! We know you miss us!!! We are open from today! Come and Let CHICHA DONBURI warm you up!!! 。 。。 。。。 。。。。DONBURI CHICHA 。。。 。。 。 #happynewyear #foodie #foodstagram #mtlfoodies #foodporn #donburi #downtownmtl A post shared by Chicha Donburi (@chicha_donburi) on Jan 2, 2019 at 6:09am PST What: Another new arrival, Chicha Donburi is an excellent spot to get reasonably priced Japanese donburi bowls - basically, huge rice bowls full of hearty ingredients. Where: 1433A rue Bishop Check them out here! Ô Claf Google Maps What: For under $10 bucks, you can walk out with a huge Bahn mi sandwich, a bag of chips, a piece of fruit, and a drink at Le Clafouti. Where: 2122 rue Drummond Check them out here! Restaurant Mei View this post on Instagram A post shared by justine ledoux-hutchinson (@justineledouxh) on Jun 8, 2017 at 4:39pm PDT What: Lowkey one of the best and most cost-effective dumpling restaurants in Montreal. Located right next to the library, grab yourself a bunch of dumpings and take a study break. Where: 1425 rue Mackay Check them out here! Joe's Panini View this post on Instagram Our doors are always open for you and your cravings 🥗 Nos portes sont toujours ouvertes pour vous et vos fringales🥖 A post shared by Joes Panini 24hrs (@joespanini24hrs) on Aug 31, 2018 at 11:47am PDT What: A tried-and-true favourite, Joe's is the perfect 24-hour spot to grab an incredible panini sandwich for $5! Where: 1404 rue Drummond Check them out here! Don't worry Loyola Campus, we didn't forget about you! 👇 N.D.G. Hotdog And Pizzeria View this post on Instagram The #1 go to spot for allllll your cravings!🌭🍕🍔 #ndghotdog #NDG #hotdog #pizzeria #Montreal #resto #sherbrookewest #Hotdogs #pizza #hamburgers #homemadefries #poutine #wings #pogos #nuggets #paninis #submarines #veggyburgers #chickenburgers #pitas #plates and soooooo much more! 🤤 Come check us out! ☺ A post shared by NDG HotDog & Pizzeria (@ndghotdog) on Jan 14, 2019 at 10:12am PST What: Probably Loyola campus's favourite spot simply because it's a stone's throw away from the main building! Their poutine is pretty decent and of course, you can never go wrong with a classic steamie. Where: 7363 rue Sherbrooke O. Check them out here! Cafe 92° View this post on Instagram Samedi!!! ¡Buenos días! Sandwich à l’omelette avec du jambon et du fromage mozzarella. Miam! 🥯🥚🧀☕️ #breakfast #bonmatin #saturdaymorning #café92 #cafe92degrees #cafe92degres #ndg A post shared by Cafe92degres (@cafe92degres) on Jul 20, 2019 at 6:41am PDT What: Everything is homemade and super fresh at this cute little cafe that's a short walk away from Loyola campus. Where: 6703 rue Sherbrooke O. Check them out here! Marche Akhavan View this post on Instagram Stocking up on fresh produce, humus and more at Marche Akhavan #yummy #food #mtlfood #montrealfood #mtlmoments #montrealmoments #thesuburbannews A post shared by The Suburban (@thesuburbannews) on Jun 30, 2017 at 1:04pm PDT What: While technically not a restaurant, you can find hundreds of cheap options and things to eat at Akhavan! It's N.D.G.'s favourite grocery store for good reason! Where: 6170 rue Sherbrooke O. Check them out here! READ ALSO: 21 Cheap Restaurants You Need To Try In Montreal If You Haven't Already Boustan View this post on Instagram Hay pizza, we’re gonna let you finish, but a pita sandwich is the best moving food of all time. Happy #CanadaDay 🇨🇦 A post shared by B • O • U • S • T • A • N (@boustanrestaurant) on Jul 1, 2019 at 2:15pm PDT What: Now servicing both campuses, Concordia students the world over are in love with Boustan. To be honest, if you don't know what Boustan is by now, your Montreal card is henceforth revoked. Where: 2020 rue Crescent || 6202 rue Sherbrooke O Check them out here! That concludes our list of cheap eats around Concordia campus, bon appetit and have a great semester, Concordians!
