This is definitely the place to get cheap eats on the fly!
The Need: a good lunch close to my work - hopefully one that I had not been to yet.
The Restriction: $7 in singles to my name
The Rescue: I reached out to the Phx Yelp community on the talk boards for help with my lunch conundrum and Amanda B. came to the rescue.
The Verdict: I've seen Phoenix House of Pizza and Subs many, many times driving near my work. Honestly, I always thought it was some sort of front for illegal activities or a place where kidnapped children were kept. The outside isn't very appealing and the surrounding establishments in the strip mall are a little sketchy and unkempt looking. So, by association, it wasn't on my list of places to check out anytime soon.
I took a co-worker/witness with me (remember...strength in numbers) and headed to get a slice or two. Inside was very different from the outside perception. It is a huge space with a lot of dining tables and is very clean minus a few uncleared tables. We each ordered two big slices - him sausage and me pepperoni, green pepper, and pineapple. Yum! It was cooked to order (although a tiny bit burnt) and nice and hot. You won't find pizza that has sat under the lamps for hours on end. There are a variety of condiments (red pepper flakes, parmesean, etc.) and they also have a few desserts. I haven't ventured to the sub side yet - maybe next time. What's even better? My two custom pie slices rang in at just under $7. Oh yeah!
So, I didn't witness any illegal activities or see any kidnapped children, but I did manage to have some good eats within my budget and walking distance from my work. Check it out if you're on a budget and in the area.