We’ve all been there: no time to cook, grocery day still days away, or you forgot your lunch at home — but you’re hungry and want a full meal.
Now picture this: you’ve got a single $20 bill in your wallet.
Well, you’re in luck. We’ve dug through reviews, scoured the city to see what Edmontonians are saying, and added a few personal favourites to bring you 20 restaurants where your $20 bill goes a long way. These aren’t just quick snacks — they’re hearty combos and meals that will fill you up without draining your bank account.
From $2.99 sambusas to $9.99 brunch plates, $16.99 wraps and hearty suqaar combo dishes for $19.99 or less, this Somali spot offers flavour without the splurge. Add a good cup of coffee, and that crisp green bill goes a long way.
Alberta Avenue | 11745 95 St NW, Edmonton | 825.480.1933 | africanocafe.net
At Al Salam, Lebanese wraps and Man’oushe are the way to go for a great meal deal. A savoury meat pie runs just $5.95, while a falafel wrap will only set you back $8.95. Even the chicken and beef shawarmas come in under $10 for a regular size.
Parsons Industrial | 10141 34 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.944.0000 | alsalampita.ca
Cold cuts, liver pâté, fresh herbs and veggies — get yourself a sub for $12 or less. You’ll even have enough left over for a rich Vietnamese iced coffee at this beloved staple of Edmonton’s Vietnamese food scene.
Queen Mary Park | 10548 110 St NW, Edmonton | 780.868.3813 | banhmididdy.ca
A solid seafood market and an even better spot for takeout, some of the best fish and chips around. The best part? It’s only $13 for two pieces of Old English battered cod with fries — and yes, that includes tartar sauce and coleslaw.
Capilano | 5036 106 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.705.8181 | catchoftheweekedmonton.com
If you’re hunting for lunch deals, look no further than Chinatown. Chinese barbecue is both tasty and affordable — and at Super Barbeque Delight, you can grab a lunch box loaded with assorted meats on rice for just $11 to $13.
McCauley | 10620 97 St NW, Edmonton | 780.425.3838
The only item over $20 at this tasty Indian spot in south Edmonton is a full tandoori chicken — so unless you’re planning to tackle a whole bird, a single bill gets you a delicious dish with enough left over for naan, rice, or a mango lassi.
Falconer Heights | 616 Riverbend Square NW, Edmonton | 780.438.1008 | currycorner.ca
This tasty catering company, founded as a place for Ukrainians displaced by war to find their feet in Canada, has been growing fast — including a new cafe on Jasper Avenue with a full hot lunch menu. For $16.95, you can dig into a sampler plate with three perogies, two cabbage rolls, three slices of sausage, salad, sour cream and a cup of borshch. A total steal, if you ask us.
Yellowhead Corridor East | 12153 Fort Rd NW, Edmonton
Downtown | 10405 Jasper Ave NW, Edmonton
825-401-7050 | donyaukraine.ca
Donna’s Eatery gets plenty of mention for its meal deals — and for good reason. The lunch combos might be nudging our $20 limit, but with those massive sandwiches that pile on the cold cuts, who’s complaining? Might as well have the leftovers for dinner, too.
Winterburn Industrial Area West | 21516 115 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.429.8894
Farrow is a classic Edmonton staple. Choose from a rotating selection of sandwiches and fixed-menu favourites, all priced at $15 and under. One sandwich is plenty to fill you up, and with some seriously good coffee, you’re set for the day.
Garneau | 8422 109 St NW, Edmonton | 780.757.4160
Downtown | 10542 Jasper Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.761.6800
Ritchie | 9855 76 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.757.0132
Westmount | #6-10240 124 St, Edmonton | 780.249.0085
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We once wrote that ILand Vybes offers honest food, done well — with portions that are generous. That still holds true. But the best deal? The jerk chicken meal comes with chicken, coleslaw, rice, and beans — all for just $15.75.
Downtown | 10807 Jasper Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.760.8252
We pondered whether or not a grocery store fit the bill for this list, but for the Italian Centre, we’ll make an exception for that wonderful sandwich counter. At Spinelli Bar inside the flagship McCauley location, you can relax in a cozy sit-down area and enjoy a torpedo sandwich with a side of soup for an easy $15.49.
McCauley | 10878 95 St NW, Edmonton | 780.424.4869
Empire Park | 5028 104a St NW, Edmonton | 780.989.4869
Summerlea | #120-17010 90 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.454.4869
8005 Emerald Dr #700, Sherwood Park | 780.416.4869
italiancentre.ca
Best bánh mì. Better combo. For $16.95, you can order a sandwich, salad rolls, and a pop — a combo that’s sure to fill you up.
McCauley | 10622 97 St NW, Edmonton | 780.425.3257
Strathcona | 10154 82 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.757.9988
For all your Latin American cravings, this market was another must-include thanks to its impressive and affordable meals. From taco combos at $16.99 to Salvadoran favourites like cassava with pork, served with a bottle of Cola Champagne for $13.99, it’s the perfect spot to sample a variety of Latin foods at an affordable pricepoint.
Alberta Avenue | 9136 118 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.479.6000
Allendale | 6926 104 Street NW, Edmonton | 780.705.9711
paraisotropical.ca
We tried Phat Boy Cheesesteaks back in October and rated it “pretty darn good.” The prices for combos are just as impressive. With two locations, the cheesesteak combo — your sandwich, a side, and a drink — comes in at $17.75. Yum.
Pembina | 13138 137 Ave NW, Edmonton | 825.401.6668
270 Baseline Rd #122, Sherwood Park | 780.862.8666
phatboycheesesteaks.com
Good old Ralphs Fried Chicken — what started as a convenience store has grown into a full-fledged chicken joint. Cheap, filling, and downright satisfying for just $12.98. Extra hot sauce with ours, please.
Castle Downs | 10807 Castle Downs Rd NW, Edmonton | 877.807.1148
Queen Mary Park | 11244 109 Ave NW, Edmonton | 587.855.0403
ralphsfriedchicken.com
This spot offers great sushi deals and a bento box with a variety of proteins that’ll definitely fill you up — all for $15 or less.
Rosedale Industrial | 6234 99 St NW, Edmonton | 780.758.9329
No meal deal list is complete without the heavyweight champ: The Big Seoul. A box packed with enough Korean fried chicken, two sides, and a drink to satisfy even the biggest appetite — all for $17.50.
Queen Alexandra | 7904b 104 Street NW, Edmonton | 780.761.3616
Downtown | #101, 10145 104 Street NW, Edmonton | 780.249.2096
Northmount | 9314 137 Ave NW, Edmonton | 825.480.7715
seoulfried.com
Voted one of our best sandwiches for 2025, The Butchery offers fantastic quality for a reasonable price point. Their rotating sandwich menu features top-notch ingredients, with options starting at $13 for the smash burger and around $14 for other rotating sandwiches, giving you plenty of wiggle room to pick up a drink or their crispy fries. If you’re willing to bend the $20 rule, the steak sandwich clocks in at $21, and it’s well worth it.
Westmount | 12229 107 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.443.0000 | thebutcheryyeg.ca
Aptly named, The Lunchbox downtown serves up a handy meal: a sandwich, snack and drink all tucked into one convenient little box — for exactly $20.
Downtown | 9707 110 Street NW, Edmonton | 780.243.6690 | thelunchboxyeg.com
During lunch hours, you can score a complete meal — vegetarian or not — for $15.99 and under. We’re talking paneer, dahl, chana masala, rice, and garlic naan — a hearty meal at a great price. Plus, wraps served all day come with fries for just $12.99.
Ritchie | 10131 81 Ave NW, Edmonton | 780.760.4499
Silver Berry | 3311 34 St NW, Edmonton | 780.466.0447
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