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Ali Khan Eats at Handsome Dan's, a new sandwich shop in Austin TX, where every sandwich is priced at $12 and includes a bag of chips.

Ali Khan Eats a Bulgogi Burger in Austin courtesy of Yummi Tacos and More. The strip mall restaurant has a varied menu, reasonable prices and screams Cheap Eats

Ali Khan Eats Kincaid's Hamburgers: a legendary burger institution in Fort Worth TX. The timeless burger classic lives up to the hype is a Cheap Eats find.

Ali Khan Eats Rosie's Tamale House in Austin TX. On the hunt for some tamales by the dozen, Rosita's serves up a good deal at $17 a dozen

Ali Khan eats at Marquez Bakery in Arlington Texas. The $2.50 burritos are essentially tacos and the bacon, egg and cheese rocks.

Ali Khan Eats El Milagrito in San Antonio TX for incredibly cheap and tasty breakfast tacos. This is a Cheap Eats certified find.

Ali Khan Eats at Sydney's Coffee & Eats on the Jersey Shore. A loaded Avocado toast hits just right with measured decadence.