Ep 10. Santa Barbara Bargains

In this episode of Cheap Eats, host Ali Khan travels to sunny Santa Barbara, California, to uncover the best bargains for dining out in this coastal city. With a budget of only $35, Ali sets out to find the most delicious and affordable eats that Santa Barbara has to offer.

First up, Ali heads to Mony's Mexican Food, a local favourite for tasty, authentic Mexican dishes. Here, Ali tries their scrumptious Tacos Dorados, a crispy taco filled with beef, lettuce, cheese and sour cream, and served with a side of beans and rice. With a price tag of only $8.99, Ali is thrilled to find such a filling and delicious meal that won't break the bank.

Next, Ali checks out the Santa Barbara Public Market, a bustling marketplace that offers a wide variety of local and international cuisines. Ali heads straight to Empty Bowl Gourmet Noodle Bar, where he orders their signature Spicy Pork Noodle Soup. At only $7.50, this flavourful and hearty bowl of soup is a steal!

Ali's next stop is a unique food truck called The Burger Bus, which has been converted from a school bus and serves up some seriously delicious burgers. Ali tries their Jalapeno Popper Burger, which is topped with cream cheese and jalapeno poppers, and comes served with a side of fries. At only $12 for both the burger and fries, this meal is a fantastic deal.

After all that savoury food, it's time for something sweet. Ali heads to McConnell's Fine Ice Creams, a Santa Barbara institution that has been serving up delicious ice cream for over 70 years. Ali tries their famous Eureka Lemon & Marionberries flavour, which is a tangy and refreshing treat that costs only $4.50 for a single scoop.

Finally, Ali heads to La Super-Rica Taqueria, a legendary Mexican restaurant that has been visited by many celebrities, including Julia Child. Ali tries their Chorizo Tacos, which are topped with fresh cilantro and onion, and come served with a side of beans and chips. At only $7.50 for two tacos, Ali is thrilled to find such a delicious and affordable meal.

Overall, Ali discovers that Santa Barbara has plenty of fantastic dining options that won't break the bank. From authentic Mexican food to gourmet burgers and delicious ice cream, there's something for everyone in this coastal city.