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🤠 Red Bluff Meal Deals

Best Cheap Eats in Red Bluff, CA
Two People, Under $20

🤠 Red Bluff  ·  16 verified deals  ·  Updated April 2026

Tehama County's seat sits where I-5 meets the Sacramento River, and the food scene reflects its cattle-country roots: a 1967 frosty stand still slinging $4 burgers, a 1984 dive bar tossing pizzas on a riverside patio, a 1990 Taiwanese mom-and-pop's lunch specials, and a Round-Up town's worth of family-run Mexican spots, sourdough sandwich shops, and a Thai kitchen with $5.95 lunch combos that may be the best 2-for-20 in the state. Two people eat well under $20 in nearly every direction here.

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Tremont Cafe

Two Value Breakfasts — $20 (Downtown Main Street Since the Hill Family)

Family-run downtown cafe owned by Steve and Laurie Hill, breakfast served all day. Look for the $10 Value Menu — chicken-fried steak with egg, three-egg omelets, biscuits and gravy. Two value plates land two diners right around the $20 line, leaving room for an iconic Tremont cinnamon roll to share. Morning regulars greet each other by name; out-of-towners get the same warmth. Counter seating, find-your-own table on busy weekends. Open 6:30am–2pm every day. 731 Main St.

📍 731 Main St  ·  ⏰ Daily 6:30am–2pm
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Rockin R Restaurant

Two Diner Plates — Around $20 (Just Off I-5 with Big Portions)

Locally owned classic American diner on Antelope Blvd, an easy stop just off I-5 for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Country-style cooking made in-house — chicken-fried steak, the Motherload omelette, hand-cut burgers, BBQ tri-tip nachos, fish and chips. Average entrée runs about $11, so two breakfasts land near $22 and two lunch sandwiches with sides come in under $20. Senior tip: beverage drops to $2.99 with any entrée. Friday adds a dinner shift until 8pm; rest of the week wraps at 1:30. 201 Antelope Blvd.

📍 201 Antelope Blvd  ·  ⏰ 7am Daily, Fri til 8pm
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Bartels Giant Burger

Two Hamburgers + Share Fries — $12.60 (Family Burger Spot Since 1975)

Family burger institution founded by Dennis and Carole Bartels in 1975, now run by son Eric and Victoria Fowler — three Shasta County locations plus this Red Bluff spot tucked into the historic 1887 Stricker Bakery building. Honest 2-for-20 math: hamburger $6.30 ($13 meal), Giant Hamburger half-pound $6.80, Garden Burger or Grilled Chicken Sandwich $6.90, Polish Dog $5.90. Two basic burgers à la carte run $12.60 with cash to spare for shared fries. Red Bluff hours run shorter than the other locations: Wed–Sun 8am–3pm, Fri–Sat dinner 6–10pm with rotating menu and live music. 723 Walnut St.

📍 723 Walnut St  ·  ⏰ Wed–Sun 8am–3pm; Closed Mon–Tue
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Bud's Jolly Kone

Two Cheeseburger Deluxes — $8.30 (Roadside Drive-In Since 1967)

Locally and family-owned roadside drive-in stand since 1967, the kind of small-town soft-serve joint that's mostly disappeared from California. Walk-up window or order inside. Cleanest 2-for-20 play in town: Hamburger Deluxe $3.50 (two for $7), Cheeseburger Deluxe $4.15 (two for $8.30), Single BJK Burger with bacon and onion rings $5.84. Add fries and one of 35 milkshake flavors and two diners still come in under $20. Famous for homemade tacos and old-fashioned soft-serve dipped cones. Mon–Sat 10am–9pm, closed Sundays. Picnic tables out back. 455 Antelope Blvd.

📍 455 Antelope Blvd  ·  ⏰ Mon–Sat 10am–9pm
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E's Locker Room

River-View Pizza for Two — Under $20 (Family Spot Since 1984)

Family-owned dive bar and pizza spot purchased by Elmer and Babs Fries in 1984 from the Twitchell family — that's where the "E" comes from. Sits right on the Sacramento River with a deck overlooking the water that's one of the prettiest sunset spots in town. Famous for the E-6 calzone, an original from Big E in 1984, and pizzas baked in a 60+ year old stone-bottom oven with hand-made dough. Reopened April 2024 after a July 2022 fire. Sharing a pizza with a glass of craft beer or cider keeps two diners under $20. Wed–Thu 4–8:30pm, Fri 4–9pm, Sat 12–9pm, Sun 10–8:30pm. Closed Mon–Tue. 1075 Lakeside Dr.

📍 1075 Lakeside Dr  ·  ⏰ Wed–Sun; Closed Mon–Tue
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Luigi's Pizza and Pasta

Share a Medium Pizza or Two Sandwiches — Under $20

Locally owned Italian institution at the Belle Mill plaza. House-made pizza dough, sourdough-roll sandwiches, pasta, wings, and a 30-inch "Big Luigi" pizza for groups. Honest 2-for-20 math: small sourdough roll sandwich $9.50 (two for $19), large $14, French Dip $13. Two small sandwiches with shared salad fits comfortably; a 12-inch medium specialty pizza split between two also lands under $20 in most cases. Indoor and outdoor patio seating, a small game room with arcade machines, delivery available. Daily 11am–9pm (Mon opens at 4pm). 75 Belle Mill Rd.

📍 75 Belle Mill Rd  ·  ⏰ Daily 11am–9pm; Mon 4pm
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Kaloca's Mexican Grill

Triple Fajitas for Two — $21 (4.9-Star Family Spot)

Family-owned authentic Mexican on Main Street, currently rated 4.9 on Google — one of the highest in Red Bluff. The 2-for-20 play repeat reviewers swear by: Triple Fajitas (steak, chicken, and shrimp grilled with peppers and onions) at $21 splits cleanly between two diners with rice, beans, and tortillas included — easily two meals out of one plate. Other strong picks: combo plates, molcajete, chimichangas, chile relleno, and a shredded-beef street burrito. Daily 10:30am–9pm. 607 Main St.

📍 607 Main St  ·  ⏰ Daily 10:30am–9pm
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Alcatraz American Food and Taqueria

Quesabirria Combo + Tacos for Two — Under $20

Family-run Mexican-American kitchen on the south end of Main, 4.3 stars on Google. Quesabirria combo plate (two tacos, rice, beans, and a side of consomé broth for dipping) is the headline order — fits two people if you add another taco or two. Strong picks: gobernador shrimp tacos, fresh ceviche tostadas with mango, and chicken burrito plates. Friendly service noted in nearly every review. Daily 10am–8pm. 343 S Main St.

📍 343 S Main St  ·  ⏰ Daily 10am–8pm
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Taqueria La Super

6-Pack Tacos for Two — Under $20 (Tulancingo-Style)

Authentic Tulancingo-style taco truck and small dine-in spot at 215 S Main with picnic-table seating out front. Repeat reviewers in the NorCal area call it the best taqueria in the Shasta–Tehama region. Order the al pastor 6-pack of tacos — that's two diners fed for under $20 with aguas frescas. Other strong calls: pozole, aguachiles, and oversized nachos. Credit cards accepted, fast service, casual outdoor vibe. Mon 10am–8pm; Tue–Sun 11am–8pm.

📍 215 S Main St  ·  ⏰ Daily; Mon 10am, Tue–Sun 11am
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Casa Ramos Mexican Restaurant

Two Pollo Plates — $20.50 (NorCal Family Chain)

Northern California family-owned Mexican chain — the Red Bluff outpost is one of 13+ locations. Cleanest 2-for-20 plays: Pollo Mazatlan, Pollo Azteca, Chicken Carnitas, Pollo a la Crema, and Chicken en Mole all run $10.25 each — two pollo plates land at $20.50 with rice, beans, salad, and tortillas included. Heads-up: the cheese quesadilla appetizer is overpriced at $13.99 — skip it and go straight to entrées. Vegetarian and gluten-free options. Full bar with margaritas. Daily 11am–9pm (Sat until 10pm). 2001 N Main St.

📍 2001 N Main St  ·  ⏰ Daily 11am–9pm
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Maple Garden

Two Mini Plates — $18.20 (Top-Ranked Chinese in Town)

Family-owned Chinese spot in the Belle Mill plaza, ranked the top Chinese restaurant in Red Bluff by repeat reviewers. Steam-tray combo system: Mini Plate $9.10, Deluxe Plate $12.70 (any two entrées with chow mein and fried rice). Two mini plates run $18.20 — generous portions, lots of food. Salt-and-pepper shrimp, beef chow fun, and pot stickers (typically 8 in the order despite the menu saying 6) are local favorites. Closed Tuesdays. Cash or card. 138 Belle Mill Rd.

📍 138 Belle Mill Rd  ·  ⏰ Mon, Wed–Sun 11am–9:30pm; Closed Tue
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Egg Roll King

Lunch Special + Share Rice — Under $20 (Mom-and-Pop Since 1990)

Mom-and-pop Chinese restaurant founded in Red Bluff in 1990 by Taiwanese owners who immigrated to California in 1986 to chase their American dream. 35+ years in the same town. Drive-thru and dine-in. Lunch special (11am–2pm) bundles entrée + egg roll + fried wonton + steamed rice for $11.75–$11.95 — Sweet and Sour Pork or Chicken, Garlic Chicken, Kung Pao, House Special Chicken or Beef. Single lunch special with shared house fried rice runs around $18 for two. Sesame chicken, broccoli beef, and giant homemade egg rolls are repeat-favorite stalwarts. Daily 11am–9pm. 55 Antelope Blvd.

📍 55 Antelope Blvd  ·  ⏰ Daily 11am–9pm
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Ikkyu Japanese Restaurant

Two Classic Rolls — $17.50 (Authentic Japanese)

Authentic Japanese spot in Suite 4 at 645 Antelope Blvd, owner Miki F. Surprises a lot of travelers — multiple reviewers note they didn't expect this caliber of Japanese food in a small NorCal town. Cleanest 2-for-20 plays: California Roll $8 + Spicy Tuna Roll $9.50 = $17.50; or grab a Philly Roll ($9) and a California ($8) for $17. Add edamame ($5) if budget allows for $22. Shrimp Tempura Roll $12, Ramen $13, sushi platters, and donburi rice bowls round out the menu. Mon–Sat 3–8:30pm, closed Sundays.

📍 645 Antelope Blvd Ste 4  ·  ⏰ Mon–Sat 3–8:30pm; Closed Sun
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Thai House

Two Lunch Specials — $11.90 (Best Bargain in Town)

Locally owned Thai kitchen at 248 S Main, owned by Amara since 2010, no MSG, vegetarian-friendly. Strongest 2-for-20 play in Red Bluff: lunch specials run $5.95 each — Pad Thai, Cashew Nut, Yellow Curry, Green Curry, Mixed Vegetable, Ginger — and come with steamed rice, soup of the day, and salad (or rice and a spring roll for to-go orders). Two lunch plates land at $11.90, leaving room for fresh spring rolls or Thai iced tea. Dinner entrées run $14–16 if you go later. Quiet inside, decent for groups.

📍 248 S Main St  ·  ⏰ Lunch & Dinner
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Reiter's Bakery

Two Croissant Sandwiches + Coffee — Under $20

European-style bakery at 830 Main St run by newlyweds Rich and Kassie Reiter, both certified pastry chefs and graduates of the Culinary Institute of America's St. Helena campus. They opened a month after their wedding and now spend 19 hours a day baking from scratch with no big machinery. Croissant cold-cut sandwiches (turkey-cranberry with cream cheese; roast beef and cheddar with horseradish cream), espresso, scones, and seasonal pastries. Two croissant sandwiches plus coffee fits two diners under $20. Tue–Fri 7am–3pm, Sat 7am–2pm. Closed Sun–Mon.

📍 830 Main St  ·  ⏰ Tue–Fri 7am–3pm; Sat 7am–2pm
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M&M Ranch House

Two Burger Plates with Sides — $22–$26 ("Best Burger" Tehama County)

Family-owned American restaurant opened in 2008 by Mike and Mikel Marsh after he left a Deputy Sheriff job and she left real estate; the kids grew up working the dining room. Half-pound burgers, never frozen, voted Best Burger in Tehama County (called "The Ringer"). Honest math: burgers run $11–$13 with fries, tots, or coleslaw included — two basic burger plates with sides run $22–$26. Slight stretch over $20 but the "with sides included" math beats a lot of cheaper-sticker burgers that charge separately for fries. Salad bar back, all-day breakfast, dinner steaks. Closed Mondays. 645 Antelope Blvd.

📍 645 Antelope Blvd  ·  ⏰ Tue–Sun; Closed Mon
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Pro tip: Round-Up week (late April) packs every downtown spot — hit lunchtime gems like Thai House ($5.95 specials), Maple Garden, Egg Roll King, or Bud's Jolly Kone for shorter waits. River-view sunset pizza at E's Locker Room is the move on a warm evening. All deals are community-verified but prices and availability change — flag any expired ones on our main directory so we can update them.

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Applebee's | IHOP

2 Entrees + Appetizer — $25

Red Bluff's location at 220 Antelope Blvd is a co-branded Applebee's | IHOP — order off either menu in the same building. Applebee's 2 for $25 deal: two full-size entrées plus a shareable appetizer (or two side salads). Picks include Chicken Parmesan Fettuccine, Fiesta Lime Chicken, and Three Cheese Chicken Penne. Open 6am–midnight daily.

📍 220 Antelope Blvd  ·  ⏳ Ongoing
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Denny's

$2 $4 $6 $8 Value Menu — Two Entrees Under $20

Denny's iconic value menu is back nationwide. Pick from $6 entrées (two = $12) or mix $8 + $6 = $14 for two diners. Slams, burgers, burritos, breakfast all day, plus $10 options if you want to load up. The Red Bluff location at 48 Antelope Blvd is open 24/7.

📍 48 Antelope Blvd  ·  ⏳ Ongoing
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