Airdrie has plenty of great options for delicious bites under $15.
Whether you’re looking for a quick lunch or a casual dinner, you can find a variety of satisfying meals that won’t hurt your wallet.
From hearty comfort food to unique flavours, here are some local favourites worth trying.
EDITOR’S NOTE: This list was compiled as of Nov 1, 2024. Some offers and prices may change at the discretion of the restaurant/provider.
Old Town Pizza House Bar & Grill
Old Town Pizza House offers a $13 daily special with any beverage purchase (pop or coffee). Enjoy beef dips on Mondays, pasta on Tuesdays, pizza bread on Wednesdays, steak on Thursdays, fish and chips on Fridays, veal cutlets on Saturdays, and cheeseburgers on Sundays. Plus, grab an 8” two-topping pizza for $8 with any drink purchase every day.
Warm up with a $14 Soup Flight, choosing three from French onion, minestrone, broccoli cheddar, or split pea and ham — perfect for crisp cold days. Or, satisfy your sweet tooth with $14 Apple Pie Nachos: cinnamon-sugar chips topped with warm apple compote, powdered sugar, whipped cream and a side of house-made dulce de leche for dipping.
Cheryl’s offers comforting bites like $12.96 potato skins filled with green onions, bacon and cheese, served with sour cream. Try the fresh small Greek salad for $9.95, or indulge in homemade fluffy pancakes with seasonal fruit and whipped cream for $13.95. For a sweet treat, the $10.95 sticky toffee pudding with vanilla ice cream hits the spot, or grab a classic 8” cheese pizza for $13.95.
Enjoy any pasta dish for just $15 on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays with promo code pasta15. Try the Spaghetti Alla Carbonara — a creamy blend of pancetta, eggs and parmigiano — available for dine-in or pick-up to satisfy all your pasta cravings.
Every Friday, Sweet Tooth Candy Co. serves up a salad and sandwich combo for $15, with rotating options like pulled pork, pulled chicken and beef dip.
Try the crispy deep-fried pickles at Abe’s Modern Diner, served with a side of spicy mayo for just $12.
Paros on Main offers several tasty appetizers under $15, including Keftedes — house-made meatballs in tomato sauce over rice for $12 — and Garides, featuring tiger prawns on pita with tomatoes, onions, feta and olives for $15.
Get a taste of Montreal with a hand-carved Smoked Meat Sandwich for $12.95 — 6 oz. of smoked meat on rye bread with a Kosher dill pickle on the side. Or, try the Smoked Meat Poutine for $13, featuring fresh-cut fries topped with smoked meat, cheese curds and gravy.
Sorso’s $14 Everything Cauliflower Bites are breaded, tossed in garlic butter and sprinkled with everything bagel seasoning, served with your choice of beer queso dip or truffle aioli. Or, stop by from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for breakfast and try one of the “Mack Daddy” English muffin sandwiches, loaded with options like egg, ham, sausage, avocado or bacon, for just $8.50.
Enjoy the Monday steak sandwich special at 1861 Local Bar & Grill for just $15. This premium 6 oz. Alberta beef steak is served on Texas garlic toast, accompanied by fries or mashed potatoes.
Indulge in the $14 Stuffed Mushrooms at 525 Restaurant and Patio. Five white button mushrooms are filled with sautéed baby spinach, chopped mushrooms, crispy bacon, bread crumbs and topped with parmesan cheese for a delightful bite.
The Cravery offers a delicious BLT for $13.50, featuring three strips of its signature bacon topped with shredded lettuce and vine-ripened tomatoes on your choice of toasted bread with mayonnaise. Alternatively, try the Small Beef Brisket Poutine for $13, which includes house-smoked beef brisket tossed with hand-cut French fries, gravy and cheese curds.
Treat yourself to The Classic Bowl at Rio Nectar, available for $11.39 to $12.82. This delicious blend features açai, frozen strawberries, frozen mango, frozen blueberries and banana, topped with house-made granola, sliced bananas and a drizzle of raw honey for a refreshing and nutritious treat.
Enjoy Express Lunch at Paul’s Pizza, available Monday to Friday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. All items are under $15 and served with rice, soup or fries. Choose from options like hot hamburger, chicken fingers, steak sandwich, spaghetti with meat sauce, hot chicken, hot beef, salt and pepper rib bits, beef sliders, or deep-fried pizza rolls for a quick and satisfying meal!
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Indulge in the Jalapeño Mac & Cheese at State & Main for $14.75. This dish features a creamy cheese sauce topped with toasted parmesan panko and served with garlic bread for a deliciously satisfying meal.
For lunch (available until 4 p.m., Monday to Friday, dine-in only), try the BBQ Lunch Trio for $13.99. Choose a soup (pot roast or feature soup), a salad (Caesar or house) and a half sandwich (pulled pork or chicken club wrap), or upgrade to a brisket sandwich for just 99 cents more.
Savour a variety of regular-sized poutines for under $15 at The Canadian Brewhouse. Enjoy classic poutine with fries, cheese curds and gravy, or try the donair poutine with seasoned beef. For a spicy twist, go for the buffalo chicken poutine, while the brisket poutine features tender house-smoked brisket.
Take advantage of Boston Pizza’s $13 lunch special available Monday to Friday, featuring a variety of 8” pizzas, nachos or the honey dill chicken power bowl. It also offers individual-sized pizzas under $15, including vegetarian and deluxe options.
Enjoy the Crispy Chicken Tacos at Mr. Mike’s for $14.99. This dish features two flour tortillas filled with crispy chicken tenders dusted with chipotle mango seasoning, topped with chimichurri coleslaw, pickled carrots, cucumbers and cilantro garlic aioli. Served with corn tortilla chips and fresh pico de gallo.
