Saving money is hard. It's especially hard when you live in Melbourne, and there are mouth-watering options for breakfast, lunch and dinner on every corner of every street. Good food comes at a price, and that often thwarts any effort you've made to save your pennies. We did some research and found that it doesn't have to be that hard. In collaboration with Bank of Melbourne, we've come up with three handy guides that will help you save some money while living in the world's most liveable (but expensive) city, Melbourne. Here's the first – your guide to getting a cheap, decent meal every night of the week. [caption id="attachment_585112" align="alignnone" width="1279"] The Aviary Hotel[/caption] MONDAY The first day of saving is always the easiest – so don't start your week by blowing $25 on dinner. On Mondays you can pay no more than $12 for a burger, a pizza or a hot dog at these budget friendly pubs, bars and restaurants. The Aviary Hotel – $12 burger and a pot Sparrow's Philly Cheesesteaks – $8 philly cheesesteak The Mill House – 2 for 1 pizza The Collection Bar – $11 hamburger The Cornish Arms – $11 hotdogs [caption id="attachment_585098" align="alignnone" width="1278"] Beach Burrito[/caption] TUESDAY Just because taco Tuesdays are famous, it doesn't mean its your only option for a cheap dinner. Because you live in Melbourne, you can have fried chicken, a parma or a cheeseburger as well. Choose wisely. The Reverence Hotel – $3 tacos, $3 Mexican beer The Mill House – $10 fried chicken bucket Beach Burrito – $3 tacos The Royston Hotel – $17 parmas and trivia The Burger Project – $9.90 American cheeseburger [caption id="attachment_585087" align="alignnone" width="1278"] Howler[/caption] WEDNESDAY Celebrate the end of hump day by spending no more than $15 on dinner. Head to Howler or The Retreat and grab a burger and a pot for $15. Normally we would suggest skipping the drink and saving the cash – tonight you don't have to. The B.EAST – $10 wings, $10 fried chicken The Retreat Hotel – $14 burger and a pot The Precinct Hotel – $1 dumplings Mr. Scruffs – $5 burgers, $5 nachos Howler – $12 burger and beer [caption id="attachment_585093" align="alignnone" width="1279"] Veggie Pack at Wonderbao[/caption] THURSDAY It's almost the weekend, that's enough of a celebration to indulge in a good piece of steak. Take advantage of steak night and save yourself some extra money for the weekend. The Terminus Hotel – $14 steak, $14 parmas The Penny Black – $12 burgers The Swan Hotel – $12 steak, $12 pie Wonderbao – $9.50 veggie pack [caption id="attachment_585198" align="alignnone" width="1279"] Yum Cha at Oriental Teahouse[/caption] FRIDAY It's Friday – time to celebrate. Indulge (cheaply) in an Asian banquet from Oriental Teahouse or China Bar. How often does 'all can you eat' only set you back $30? Oriental Teahouse – $30 all you can eat yum cha Fitzroy Beer Garden – $10 lunches (12pm–3pm) The Penny Black – $4 pizza Bimbo Deluxe – $4 pizza China Bar – $29 buffet [caption id="attachment_585107" align="alignnone" width="1279"] The Cornish Arms[/caption] SATURDAY Saturday is the perfect night to grab a $4 pizza from Lucky Coq before heading out for a drink. If you end up having a big night, you'll probably end up buying late-night food on your way home. May as well save a little money while you can. Goz City – $10 herbed chicken gozleme Malaysian Laksa House – $9.80 combination laksa The Cornish Arms – $13 burgers (12pm–3pm) Lucky Coq – $4 pizza Acland St Cantina – $8 late-night hotdogs [caption id="attachment_585090" align="alignnone" width="1170"] The Cornish Arms[/caption] SUNDAY If you've followed this guide you'll more than likely have a few extra pennies in your wallet at the end of the week. Don't be tempted to blow it on an expensive meal – get a good Sunday roast at The Penny Black for $12 instead. The Collection Bar – $1 buffalo wings The Cornish Arms – $13 parma Changz Canteen – $1 fried chicken ribs Fitzroy Beer Garden – $10 parma, steak or burger The Penny Black – $12 Sunday roast Bank of Melbourne has collaborated with the National Gallery of Victoria to bring ancient art to life via interactive water projections. Watch the Wishing Well experience here.