Why not smash some barbecue-pork fried rice, crush a bowl of pho or pound a chicken po’ boy? Go ahead, treat yo’ self.

Black Rooster 1323 N. Mills Ave., 407-601-0994 Again, this isn’t really a “cheap eats” place – Black Rooster is bringing a farm-to-table approach to Mexican classics; this ain’t Del Taco. But an achiote pork taco, a veggie shiitake-and-zucchini taco and a meatball sope (beef-pork-pinto bean, with black mole and white cabbage) adds up to a delicious $10 lunch. Photo via regikaza/Instagram
Bikkuri Sushi 1915 E. Colonial Drive, 407-894-4494 Known for some of the most reasonably priced sushi in Orlando, Bikkuri offers a lunch special that’s equally budget-conscious. From a list of about a dozen rolls, choose two for $7.99, or one roll plus two nigiri for $5.75. Photo via rudikazootie/Instagram
Empire Szechuan 341 N. Orange Ave., 407-839-1236 Longtime downtown favorite is best known for its crazy-cheap lunch special: $5.87 for a generous blob of your favorite stir-fry with barbecue-pork fried rice and a can of soda. If you have a few extra minutes to wait, order a less-popular dish and they’ll wok-toss it fresh rather than serve from the steam table. Photo via TastyChomps
Freshii 7600 Dr. Phillips Blvd., 407-203-8856 Eating lunch at Freshii is not just doing your wallet a favor; your arteries will thank you as well. Steep yourself in nutrients with one of their bowls, which run from $5.99 to $7.99 – we like the Mediterranean with quinoa, field greens, tons of veggies, feta, almonds and red pepper sauce. Photo via freshii/Instagram
Sapporo Ramen 5080 W. Colonial Drive, 407-203-6777 Sapporo recently raised prices, bringing a bowl of their shio, miso, shoyu or pork tonkotsu ramen up to $9. That’s still amazingly low for a bowl of killer broth swimming with chewy noodles, pork slices, bamboo shoots and naruto-maki. Photo via ammysan/Instagram
Mynt 535 W. New England Ave., Winter Park, 407-636-7055 Mynt’s lunch special is a great deal. A samosa, lentil soup, steamed basmati rice and your curry of choice are brought in a tiffin (a layered metal lunch pail) and unlatched at the table; papadum, naan and dessert are served separately. If you choose one of the eight vegetarian curries, you’re out for $9 plus tip. Photo via paws_lina/Instagram
Infusion Tea 1600 Edgewater Drive, 407-999-5255 Nothing on the lunch menu reaches the $10 mark, so go HAM. Among the mostly vegetarian meals, we’re partial to the seasonal cauliflower-chickpea tacos ($8), served with with crispy kale slaw, cilantro guacamole and sour cream. Photo via orlandovegans/Instagram
King Cajun Crawfish 914 N. Mills Ave., 407-704-8863 Not just a bargain-basement spot to get your crawfish on, this tiny Mills 50 joint also offers a substantial lunch special: a shrimp or oyster (or chicken, if you’re chicken) po’ boy plus fries and a drink for $8.95. Photo via King Cajun Crawfish of Orlando/Facebook
Pom Pom’s Teahouse & Sandwicheria 67 N. Bumby Ave., 407-894-0865 Before there was Tako Cheena, there was Pom Pom’s – Pom Moongauklang’s gift to Orlando’s 24-hour hungry. Pressed sandwiches range from $6 to $9, and Mama Ling Ling’s Thanksgiving is justifiably famous, smashing an entire Turkey Day dinner (cranberries, stuffing, mashed potatoes and all) between two slices for just eight bucks. Photo via Raiza C./Yelp
BB Junction 2103 W. Fairbanks Ave., Winter Park, 407-513-4134 We are starting off this month with a bit of a cheat – BB Junction is not a “cheap eats” kinda place. But even if one of their burgers would break your $10 bank, you can get your paws on their BB grilled cheese with brie, goat cheese, herb aioli, watercress and peach jam for just $7. Photo via BB Junction/Yelp
Vietnam Cuisine 1224 E. Colonial Drive, 407-228-7053 The banh cuon made our Nosh Pit column last year, and for good reason: The pork and mushroom-filled rolled rice crepes (found on the specials menu for $7.95) are a perfect midday umami blast. Photo by Jessica Bryce Young
Se7en Bites Bake Shop 207 N. Primrose Drive, 407-203-0727 If you only think of Se7en Bites for sweet treats, you’re making a mistake – their savory menu is tight. The grilled pimento and bacon sandwich ($8.50) is manna from a Deep South haven. Photo via jungdaddy/Instagram
Leo’s Diner 333 N. Orange Ave., 407-423-5367 A classic diner serving “home style comfort food,” Leo’s is like a trip back in time. The patty melt with fries, cole slaw or baked beans is just $7.95, but packs a punch. Photo via Ron C./Yelp
Tacos El Rancho multiple locations We like the Hoffner Avenue location, but we are usually downtown around lunchtime, so that’s where we order our enchiladas verde – two baked enchiladas with rice and beans for $7.75. There’s also a selection of Mexican beers, plus house-made rumchata. Photo via Tacos El Rancho
Market on South 2603 E. South St., 407-613-5968 We’re partial to the BBQ jackfruit tacos, but a pair plus a side will run you $11. So go for the TLT ($10) instead: smoky tempeh “bacon” with heirloom tomatoes and greens on lemon-mayo-doused Texas toast. Photo via ecooverego/Instagram
Mama B’s Giant Subs 692 N. Orange Ave., 407-422-7353; 1101 S. Orange Ave., 407-649-7808 Mama B’s is old-school: no website, no credit cards and no back-talk, please. They’re not kidding about the giant subs, either – $6.81 for a whole or $3.99 for a half. We like the egg salad, made in-house, and the salami. Ask (politely) for a toasted roll. Photo via Steve S./Yelp
Nha Trang Subs 1216 E. Colonial Drive, 407-346-4549 Some of the best and cheapest banh mi in Mills 50 are found here – super crisp baguettes make the difference, but the $3.50 to $4.50 price range doesn’t hurt, either. Traditionalists won’t go wrong with the dac biet, but step out and try the fried fish paste if you’re adventurous. Cash only. Photo via Nhatrang Subs/Facebook
Junior Colombian Burger 5389 S. Kirkman Road, 407-355-3506 One generally feels the craving for a messy Colombian-style burger late-night, post-bars, after inhibitions have loosened, but there’s no reason you can’t eat one in the middle of the day. Junior serves a double cheeseburger combo for $9.59 (because what the hell, might as well have fries too). Photo via Iris C./Yelp
Java Lava 47 E. Robinson St., 407-770-1888 Nothing on the wide menu of sandwiches, salads and more breaks $10, but our favorite is the basil, mozzarella and tomato panini ($7.30), pressed with aioli and balsamic vinegar. Photo via Luz V./Yelp
Theo’s Kitchen 2952 Curry Ford Road, 407-849-0810 Theo’s Greek restaurant has been an Orlando fixture for more than two decades, and they’re rightfully known for their gyros and shawerma. But it’s an open secret that they also fry up some succulent, crispy Southern-style chicken; a three-piece box (with roll and two sides) is just $6.99. Photo via J. Christian H./Yelp