From Mexico to the Mediterranean Sea, Milwaukee has a great list of affordable big bites. Here’s a handful of dining options fit for every frugal foodie desiring a big platter, and if you’re looking for more, check out our more expansive guide on affordable places to dine.
El Tsunami
This meal for four – or two, with lots of leftovers – includes a succulent whole chicken (citrus/spice-marinated and grilled) with two sides (smooth refried pintos, creamy potato salad), a dozen tortillas, salsa and cabbage salad. $24! Offered daily; also a weekly Tuesday and Wednesday special of two pollos asados for $32. 130 W. Layton Ave.; 2222 S. 13th St.
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Bread House
Pair the Arabic bakery’s excellent stromboli (filled with Akkawi Arabic cheese, mozzarella, garlic and butter: $8 for two tender, chewy rolls) with a chicken plate of meat, rice, hummus and Arabic salad ($15). Another $4 item will put you just over 25 bucks, but you’ll also get a delicious 6-inch flatbread topped with labneh yogurt cheese, mozzarella and honey. Worth it! 5326 S. 27th St.
Hong Anh Palace
Hong Anh, a well-established classic in the North Shore, offers a three-part symphony – delicious food, generous portions and very fair prices Don’t believe me? Order the salt-and-pepper shrimp ($20) packed with plump shellfish and the fattest egg roll you’ve ever seen ($4 each) and we’ll talk. 10046 N. Port Washington Rd., Mequon
