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Food Bargains

By Stett Holbrook


THE U.S. economy may yet pull itself back the abyss, but to be on the safe side here are five eateries that won't require you to tap what's left of your 401(k).


Dakao Various grab and go Vietnamese eats. Pay with a 5 spot and get plenty of change back. 98 E. San Salvador St, San Jose. 408.286.7260.

The Happy Hound You could go to McDonald's, but why? Great burgers and heaping servings of fries. 15899 Los Gatos Blvd. Los Gatos. 408.358.2444.

Lee's Sandwiches Vietnamese and American sandwiches for those with minimum wage budgets, but caviar tastes. Various locations.

Supreme Dog Formerly named Top Dog, Supreme Dog continues a proud tradition of value priced wieners. 284 S. 11th St, San Jose. 408.298.3647.

Tacos Eva Delicious taco truck tacos for just a buck each. 1565 Mabury Road, San Jose.


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