If you’d like a snack that’s easy on your wallet, Del Taco might have what you’re looking for.

The Lake Forest chain’s new Micro Meal includes a miniature version of its Beef and Cheddar Burrito, seven to 10 crinkle-cut fries and a single Donut Bite for $2.99, according to a news release.

This is one of the cheapest combos from a major fast food chain to date, albeit one of the smallest. McDonald’s set the bar in 2024 with its $5 meal deal, which was beat by Checkers & Rally’s with some $4 combos, currently GloRilla’s $4 Unbeatable Meal Deal.

My meal fit snuggly in a 5½-by-5-inch carton. I counted the fries. There were 13, but a couple of them were stubby. The usual portion of Donut Bites is four, by the way.

The Micro Meal made a light lunch that didn’t ruin my dinner. Since I’m a fan

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