Cheap Eats 2006

Hard to go wrong in a place that serves up 20 ounces of its own smooth Ropewalk Amber Ale for $3.50. But BridgePort also has a worthy selection of pub food, like the juicy Hawthorne burger ($7.50), a filling selection that's more burger than bun. A BLT with smoked salmon and pepper bacon ($7.50) is sure to gin up even a teetotaler's beer-drinking thirst. Kettle chips are offered with all sandwiches and burgers, if you're at all worried about low salt intake. Got kids? Give 'em either the child's adult-size portion of mac and cheese ($4) or a grilled cheese sandwich ($3).