Georgetown on a Dime: 5 Hidden Gems Where Lunch is Actually Affordable

Georgetown on a Dime: 5 Hidden Gems Where Lunch is Actually Affordable

Georgetown may be posh, but between the university students and the retail workers, there is a thriving cheap eats subculture.

The Guide

Green Almond Pantry: A true hidden gem. Their daily focaccia sandwiches or Mediterranean salad plates are fresh, healthy, and strictly under $15.

Good Stuff Eatery: Spike Mendelsohn’s burger joint is a classic. You can get a Prez Obama burger and change back from your $15 bill.

Say Cheese!: This shop specializes in gourmet grilled cheese. High-quality breads and artisan cheeses make these sandwiches feel like a luxury for just $10-$13.

Yellow: A Levantine cafe by the team behind Albi. Their wood-fired pitas and mezze are some of the most flavorful bites in the neighborhood for $12-$15.