Contrary to what most people perceive, Lasallians are not as extravagant as one may think. Given that students are piled up with their academics and extracurricular activities, they opt to look for meals and snacks that are cheap, accessible, and on-the-go.

Find out where to get affordable meals as we feature some of the well-known food spots tried and tested by Lasallians. Here is an updated list of the most recommended places to grab your scrumptious meals for less than P100.

Inside Campus

1. Potato Giant

Potato Giant, famous for its mojos or most commonly known as Potpots, is located in the De La Salle University Agno Food Court. This food stall serves potato in various forms such as mojos, french fries, potato mozzarella balls, and many more, all for less than P100.

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Location:  DLSU Perico’s Canteen

2. Ameehgo Cafe

Ameehgo Cafe is one of the newest food stalls to open in Taft. Located inside the Pericos Canteen, Ameehgo Cafe can satisfy your Mexican cravings for a price less than P100.

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Location: DLSU Perico’s Canteen

3. Sandwich Corner

Sandwich Corner is a stall that sells sandwiches, burgers and rice meals. Located at Bloemen Hall  just inside De La Salle University, students who are in a hurry can just drop by for a quick meal or snack. It is also very budget-friendly, with all meals less than P100. If you happen to drop by, check out their Footlong with Rice meal for only P60.

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Location: Brother Bloemen Hall, DLSU

Outside Campus

1. Ate Rica’s Bacsilog

Looking for meals less than P100 in Taft? Then Ate Rica’s Bacsilog is perfect for you. Ate Rica’s Bacsilog is the famous food stall around different universities which started out in De La Salle University’s Agno Food Court. For only P69, this food stall sells a variety of silog meals such as bacon, tapa, footlong and more but with a twist as it is topped off with its famous special cheese-knorr sauce.  

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Location: DLSU Agno St., Malate, Manila

2. Caric’s Republic

Similar to Ate Rica’s Bacsilog is Caric’s Republic – a food stall that also serves its meals with their famous special cheese-knorr sauce. For meals less than P100, you can choose from five categories of food ranging from Seafood, Beef, Sizzling, Poultry, and Pork. Try and indulge in Caric’s bestseller, the General’s Chicken for only P85.

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Location: DLSU Agno St., Malate, Manila

3. Pasta Boy

Located at the ground floor of One Archer’s Place, Pasta Boy is the number one go-to for affordable pasta in Taft. They offer a variety of flavors from five different categories – Cream Sauce, Tomato Sauce, Pesto Sauce, Spicy Garlic, and Asian Flavors. For pasta that is less than P100, you will definitely get your money’s worth!

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Location: One Archer’s Place, Taft Ave., Malate, Manila

4. Tori Box

Tori Box is known because of their Karaage Pops that comes in different flavors. Seasoning choices such as nori, wasabi, sour cream, italian cheese, barbeque, and chili powder will surely give a unique and delicious flavor to your Karaage Pops. This place is really a good choice for those who want to eat as they go. With a price of less than P100, you can savor this bite-sized on-the-go snack.

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Location: 810 Castro, Malate, Manila

5. Noel’s Barbeque

Noel’s Barbeque is famous for having the best barbeque around De La Salle University. This is probably the cheapest spot to grab a quick lunch around Taft. Do not expect a fancy ambiance in this place but undoubtedly expect good barbeque and street food such as Isaw, Betamax, Hotdog, and such.

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Location: 2198 Fidel A. Reyes St., Malate, Manila

6. Dixie’s

Dixie’s is a small restaurant located in Castro Street in Taft that specializes in sizzling meal plates. Just a short walk from Andrew building, Gokongwei building, and Agno gate, Dixie’s is one of the most affordable places to eat in Taft. Not only are all meals less than P100, but they also have free Bulalo Soup for the customers until their supplies last. Be sure to try their bestseller, the Sizzling Chicken Steak (P50).

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Location: Castro St. cor. Taft Ave. Manila, Philippines

7. Ged and Bart

Located near Dixies, Ged and Bart is a restaurant that serves both Filipino and Japanese cuisine. They are famous for their silog dishes (P50-P70) as well as their Katsudon and Gyudon dishes (P99). When in Taft, be sure to visit this restaurant if you’re looking for a restaurant to get an early breakfast or a late dinner.

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Location: 2313 Taft Ave, VSC Building Manila, Philippines

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Written by Marianne Ang, Kimberly Ching, and Stephanie Zaraspe. #DigitalwithLynOla