You can still get an incredible meal in Sydney for under $15 – if you know where to look!
Chinese Noodle House $
It’s known to locals as ‘Grapes on the Roof’ because of the trademark grapes that dangle from the ceiling, but it’s better known for its delectable dumplings. The famous 16-piece dumplings at $15.80 at Chinese Noodle House are more than enough for two people, but if you’re there on your own you can ask for a half-serving (eight) for – that’s right – half the price.
160 Thomas St, Haymarket
El Jannah $
When a small Lebanese- Australian restaurant in the Western Sydney suburb of Granville begins to attract visitors from all over Sydney, you know it must be good. El Jannah now has 20 locations Sydney- wide, including in Newtown, just outside of the CBD. Grab a mouth-watering 1⁄4 charcoal chicken plus chips, drink and iconic garlic sauce for just $12.50.
156-158 King St, Newtown
Mamak $
Mamak does award-winning Malaysian street food overflowing with authentic, bold and traditional flavours, backed by fast and friendly service. The consistently long queues tell the story of this eatery’s popularity. Grab a roti, served with two curry dips and a spicy sambal sauce, for $10-$15
15 Goulburn St, Haymarket
Mappen $
‘Fast, Affordable, Delicious’ are the first words you see flash up when you open Japanese favourite Mappen’s website, and we couldn’t have put it better ourselves. Delicious ramen bowls here go for just $13.90. Try its sister restaurants Oiden and Dera-Uma, which are just across the floor and just as fast, affordable and delicious.
Shop 11, 537-551 George St, Sydney
Pastizzi Cafe $
So popular they recently had to move to larger premises, the Pastizzi Cafe does a range of tummy-filling raviolis, pastas and mains, but the stars of the show are the flaky Maltese pastries after which it is named. The ‘Original’ menu has 12 different pastizzi to choose for just $3.50 each – and trust us, just four can fill you up.
109 King St, Newtown
