If I were still a starving university student, I would probably rate this restaurant with 4 stars instead of 3 because after all, you are getting a pretty decent meal for the price of two hot dogs. However, as a I am no longer a university student, I would say I'm looking for a bit more than just getting full on as little money as possible. (Unless you buy the drinks, then the prices are comparable to any average place. I think my beer was around $7...)
The food is not too bad and for the price you are paying, the portions are actually pretty good. The pastas are full plates of pasta and the burgers come with fries (and it's still $5!) You really do feel like you're getting your money's worth on the food. I've had most of the salads and also most of the pasta dishes. I think my favourite one is either the Works burger or the Braised Beef Dip sandwich.