Table for one: affordable meals you can get delivered for under $30

Only 50 burgers are churned out daily at Dirty Buns, so you can be sure that it values quality over quantity. The patties are made with fresh ground beef and its fries are are cut from real potatoes (none of that frozen, pre-packed stuff). Choose from the DB Classic Meal ($11) that comes with a single patty, fries, and coke, or go big with the Dirty Double Meal ($14) with double patties. And if you live near its outlet at Sports Hub, swing by to collect your orders to enjoy a 10 percent discount. 

Minimum order None
Delivery fee $4
Grand total $11 +$4 = $15
Order here Place an order by filling up the form here

You’ll find brunch and cups of Joe at Dapper Coffee in the day. But come night time, the space transforms into a speakeasy specialising in booze and bites. From 6pm to 10pm every night, the eatery provides one-hour express delivery on its food and drinks, which means you’ll get to enjoy its sinful selection of macaroni and cheese ($15) topped with bacon or perfumed with truffle. There’s even the option to throw in a can of beer for an additional $11. 

Minimum order None
Delivery fee Inclusive 
Grand total $15 or $26 (with beer)
Order here dappercoffee.com/collections/mac-cheese

With a name like Fry, you know you have to put your diet plans on hold when ordering from this bistro-bar. Its indulgent menu consists of mains that come under $20 – including sandwiches ($15), quesadillas (from $14), and Asian plates like olive fried rice served with pork belly ($12). The diverse selection also features homemade macaroni and cheese ($18) that comes with a side salad or mashed potato, and Western plates of spicy chicken chop ($16) and mod creations of chilli crab pasta ($18). 

Minimum order None
Delivery fee $5
Grand total From $12 + $5 = $17
Order here Call 6225 2796, or visit its Facebook page for the full menu

The pink fish is served in various ways at Salmon Samurai. Whether you’re in the mood for sashimi, or grilled salmon glazed with teriyaki, there’s a bowl to satisfy your craving. A basic set starts from $9.90, and comes with your choice of salmon – sashimi, spicy, garlic shoyu, teriyaki, mentaiko, and more – served atop yuzu ume rice, chilled udon, or buckwheat soba. There’s even the option to swap out carbs for mixed salad greens for a guilt-free lunch. 

Minimum order None
Delivery fee $9 
Grand total $9.90 + $9 = $18.90
Order here salmonsamurai.com/delivery

The jazzed-up wonton noodles at this hip noodle bar at Amoy Street is upping the ante by pairing its signature bowls with bubble tea from Hey Long Cha. Grabbing a set – with char siu noodles and bubble tea of your choice – will set you back $10.50. But you’ll want to opt for the Twosome Noodles set ($12.50), where noodles come topped with tender char siu and pork belly slices. Then, wash it all down with some bubble tea for a sweet end to the meal. 

Minimum order None
Delivery fee $8 
Grand total $12.50 + $8 = $20.50
Order here wantonsg.com/shop

While this place is known for its affordable cuts of beef, those with a tighter budget can still look forward to a full meal that features its gyudon ($16). Japanese rice comes mixed with kombu and dashi, and used as a base for its sukiyaki-marinated steak slices. Other affordable options also include the bratwurst ($18) that comes with garlic mashed potato and Sichuan peppercorn sauce, or the burger ($21) made with minced beef that’s deep-fried in beef fat and topped with shallots. The only problem you’ll face is resisting the urge to order sides ($7) of creamy spinach and smashed, crispy potatoes. 

Minimum order None
Delivery fee $8
Grand total From $16 + $8 = $24
Order here WhatsApp 8921 9097, or view the full menu on its website

Pizzas aren’t always meant to be shared. If you’re feeling a little selfish, and indulgent, Little Caesars Pizza has a wing combo ($20.50) that comes with a 12-inch pepperoni or cheese pie, accompanied by six pieces of wings (in flavours of original, barbecue, spicy barbecue, and buffalo) and a bottle of soft drinks. If you exercise some self-control, there should be enough food to stretch across two meals, too. 

Minimum order $20
Delivery fee $5
Grand total $20.50 + $5 = $25.50
Order here littlecaesarsdelivery.sg/collections/pizza

Missing your usual weekend brunch? Breadyard delivers its hearty creations straight to you, with mains starting from an affordable $12. Try the special Sabich ($12) where New England bun comes stuffed with Mediterranean flavours of fried eggplant, sumac onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers; or grab a classic avocado toast ($16) made with rye bread topped with smashed avocado, fried capers, semi-dried cherry tomatoes, and pomegranate. You’ll want to throw in a cup of coffee (from $4) to hit the minimum order of $20. Our suggestion? Make room for some of its baked treats, including the popular cruffin ($4.50) that comes in flavours of matcha, lychee, and passionfruit. 

Minimum order $20
Delivery fee From $6
Grand total Exactly $26 if you play your cards right (Avo toast + hot long black)
Order here order.breadyard.com.sg/en_SG