Eating out is getting pricier. But if you’re looking for a great deal at Seattle-area restaurants, all you have to do is adventure out on a quieter day. Many local eateries run deals during their slowest hours, like Monday evenings or mid-week lunch times. In this episode, Tan explains his list of the 5 best meal deals in the region.

Read more about Tan’s meal deal picks in The Seattle Times. 

Recommendations in this episode:

• Itadaki Yakiniku, Bellevue — $9.99 Wagyu cheeseburger (lunch only, M-F)
• STK Steakhouse, Bellevue — $9.99 Wagyu cheeseburger (lunch only, M-F
• Rupee Bar, Ballard — $20 dinner deal (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)
• Cafe Lago, Montlake — $15 pizza (Mondays)
• Jack’s BBQ, various locations — $29 steak and sides (until the end of March)

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