I know the word “cheap” mean different things to different people, but to me anything in the $10 range is fair, especially if the portions are large enough for me to eat for two meals.

Seafood-focused Mexican food is the highlight at Puerto Bravo. Try the pulpo al carbon (grilled octopus tacos with onions, pablanos and two types of salsa) or one of their many tostada varieties (the tropical trout looks especially inviting) for a taste of the sea. R&D

Basil Box is a restaurant that serves Southeast Asian-inspired food in a modern, fast-casual setting. Their prices are affordable, ranging from $9 to $14. You can even create your own customized bowl with a variety of ingredients inspired by the region’s cuisine.

I also love their house-made sodas and drinks, and their Thai Iced Tea is my favourite in all of Toronto.

11. Hotel Gelato: Sign up for their newsletter and get a free gelato on your birthday. Make sure to sign up at least two days prior, as registration takes about 48 hours to process.

If you're looking for affordable and cheap Japanese eats in Toronto, you need to check out this hidden gem. Manpuku offers a variety of different rice dishes, noodle dishes and specials that are all under $10. If you're looking for something that won't break the bank, this is a great spot.

On a trip to Nashville, husband and wife Matt and Carolyn fell in love with the city’s crispy, moist chicken and decided to bring it back to Canada. Named after their late yellow lab, Chica’s offers the couple’s own version of Nashville hot chicken, made with grain-fed, 100 per cent Halal chicken from local farmers.

They’ve got plenty of different sushi and sashimi combos Toronto Meal Deals or a la carte rolls, alongside cooked dishes like Gyoza and Chicken Karaage.

You’ll have to join the COBS Club Program at least 7 days before your birthday, and make at least one purchase before your birthday.

Because Toronto is such a large and diverse city, there are plenty of high-quality and delicious food places that are budget-friendly as well.

Hopefully you’re able to use one or more of these sweet discounts, and there’s likely even more at smaller shops and businesses around the city. Have fun while saving and exploring!

Thankfully, there are plenty of bars and restos with happy hour deals in Toronto that are sure to put a smile on your face after a hard day’s work.

One of their highlights is their Phud Thai, which allows you to adjust the spice level to your liking. It’s a great way to try Thai flavours without emptying your wallet.

Yorkville Kebaberie has chicken, beef or veggie kebab sandwiches and chicken or beef shawarma sandwiches for under $10.