$10 Deal: Ricos Tamales in six different flavors. All good.
Ricos Tamales “El Ruco” isn’t listed on Google Maps. It’s a folding table on the sidewalk. But it’s the real deal.
Topic: $10 Deal
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March 2025
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$10 Deal: Lao Street makes Memphis’ foodscape special
Lao Street Kitchen’s papaya salad is a masterclass in balance, hitting sweet, sour, salty and spicy all at once.
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$10 Deal: Chukis’ hefty, cheese-wrapped Birriburro
A word of warning: This is not a “light lunch” situation. This is a commitment. You’re either going to need a nap afterward or a solid reason to walk around for the next hour.
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$10 Deal: Hard Times’ chicken Caesar sandwich is a revelation
You’d think all the hype, the endless press and the Instagram carnage of stacked sandwiches might make it impossible to live up to expectations. But you’d be wrong.
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February 2025
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$10 Deal: Memphis Crawfish Company knows how to boil
Make sure you get your money’s worth at Memphis Crawfish Company No. 2 — suck the heads.
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$10 Deal: Pho 4Ever takes the spotlight again
Pho 4Ever, which we highlighted two years ago for its bánh mì dac biet, has perhaps the best bánh xèo in Memphis.
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$10 Deal: Could the best of the best be Pho 4Ever’s bánh mì dac biet?
Though there is a seemingly infinite number of bánh mì sandwiches, there is but one to rule them all — the bánh mì dac biet.
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$10 Deal: Street food at La Salvadorena
The cheese pulls apart in stretchy strands, the meat is deeply savory, and the slightly spicy salsa verde on the side gives each bite a little punch.
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Sound Bites: Behind the scenes with food writer Joshua Carlucci
Josh Carlucci is on the podcast to talk about his South American travels, writing about food as a Memphis transplant and his endless quest for The Daily Memphian’s $10 Deals.
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$10 Deal: Takashi is a Japanese bistro with pan-Asian range
An entire Thai menu — with an impressive version of drunken noodles — adds to Takashi’s offerings of well-executed sushi and soba bowls.
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January 2025
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$10 Deal: Isabella’s New-York style pizza in Bartlett
The display case tells you everything you need to know about Isabella’s. A sprawling array of classic, oversized slices dominates the counter.
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$10 Deal: Guatemalan ‘surf and turf’ at Alicia Restaurante
The rib steak, with its charred edges and tender middle, balances beautifully with plump shrimp just kissed by the grill.
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$10 Deal: El Palenke’s carnitas burrito is fast but good
Taqueria El Palenke Express doesn’t try to overdeliver, and it doesn’t have to.
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$10 Deal: The Lamplighter’s bare bones, but delectable, cheeseburger
Pair your burger with a beer, cue up a Patsy Cline song on the jukebox and let yourself be charmed by the misshapen magic of this Midtown institution.
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$10 Deal: Nagoya House’s tonkotsu ramen won’t leave you wanting
Unlike some budget-friendly ramen joints that cut corners, Nagoya’s broth delivers a depth and complexity that holds its own — especially against others around the city.
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December 2024
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$10 Deal: Quinoa at the Complicated Pilgrim has layers of flavor
Complicated Pilgrim’s breakfast bowl proves quinoa isn’t boring; it’s just waiting for someone to show it a little love.
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$10 Deal: Ali Baba’s smoky-sweet flavors are straight from the fire
Joshua Carlucci says a Mediterranean wood flame grill is at the heart of Ali Baba’s traditional — but unforgettable — menu.
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$10 Deal: At El Pollo Latino, rotisserie chicken is undeniably the star
For $10.50, you’ll get half a portion of their pollo asado, a firewood-smoked rotisserie chicken that’s tender, juicy and steeped in a subtle smokiness.
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$10 Deal: Malia’s rib tips — no frills, all flavor
The setup at Malia’s is as no-nonsense as the food. The shack is weathered and well-loved, with hand-painted lettering and a menu nailed to a wooden plank.
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November 2024
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$10 Deal: Swagath Indian Cuisine delivers dishes that feel both comforting and elevated
Writer Joshua Carlucci says that Swagath has the whole experience: carefully crafted plates; a warm, polished setting, and a staff that feels like they actually care about your night.
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$10 Deal: Yum’s Hunan Chicken is spicy, sweet and savory
If you’re not familiar with Hunan-style chicken as a Chinese-American dish, a close cousin would be Kung Pao.
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$10 Deal: Mocktails and lion’s mane at Memphis Whistle
Memphis Whistle is a cocktail bar where standard pub fare is spun on its head.
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$10 Deal: Crazy Noodle, but it’s not the soup
Crazy Noodle has been a well-loved beacon of gochujang-laden delights for more than a decade. But it’s the $10 Deal’s job to highlight something unexpected, even if it’s lurking in plain sight.
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October 2024
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$10 Deal: Pancakes for dinner and a late-night bite at Desi Adda
It seems like Memphis is getting a lot of new offerings in terms of Indian food, especially Indian food trucks.
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$10 Deal: Cafe Eclectic’s perfectly cooked sunny-side up eggs in Midtown Memphis
Joshua Carlucci says that Cafe Eclectic is one of the places that can cook a sunny-side up egg without fail.
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