Last week, AM New York did a story on how in other parts of the world, people actually leave their desks for lunch - shocking, we know.  The midday meal is savored and enjoyed, rather than crammed into a person’s mouth over his or her keyboard.

With summer tending to be a bit slower for businesses her in the city, you may want to -gasp- leave your desk with some co-workers and enjoy a nice lunch out.  Wondering where to go that won’t leave your wallet empty?  To celebrate the other regions of the world that enjoy lunch, here are some affordable restaurants with delicious ethnic food that you may want to check out!

Feel like sushi? Head to Nori to find a delicious sushi special. For only $7.95, you can get two sushi rolls at this East Village establishment. If that doesn’t fill you up, just spend another $7.95 and make it 4 rolls! They also have a great selection of Japanese beers - so you may want to start boozing if it is a summer Friday.

Trying Thai?  Peep in Soho offers a great Thai lunch special.  For $7, you can get a 2-course Thai lunch special - an appetizer and an entree.  While you are enjoying your lunch out, check out the bathroom.  It was featured on the Travel Chanel for one of the most unique restaurant bathrooms!

Ohhh Mexico!  Arriba Arriba in Hell’s Kitchen offers a great deal on Monday through Friday from noon to four. For $8.95 enjoy an authentic Mexican entrée.  Why you should go on a summer Friday?  This meal includes a free margarita, sangria, wine or soda. 

Class It Up!  If you want a classy meal, and your boss is paying the bill, consider heading to L’Ecole.  L’Ecole is where students of The French Culinary Institute’s Classic Culinary Arts Career Program impress guests with their cooking on a daily basis. For only $28, enjoy a three course French meal. 

Where do you like to enjoy a nice, sit-down lunch?  Share it with us at Postabon!