Sometimes, you need to take it easier on your wallet, and that's where Eater's guide to the best affordable eats found in the city comes in to help.

Dine on a dime easily with the help of this map, spanning ginormous tacos from Juan in a Million, quick and easy burgers from P.

For other budget-friendly bites, look for tacos , burgers , happy hour specials , and a free deal cheat sheet. Health experts consider dining out to be a high-risk activity for the unvaccinated; it may pose a risk for the vaccinated, especially in areas with substantial COVID transmission.

The latest CDC guidance is here ; find a COVID vaccination site here. Takeout orders can be placed online ; there are indoor dine-in services. A post shared by Ng Cafe ngcafeatx. Takeout orders can be placed online ; all locations have indoor and outdoor dine-in services. A post shared by Tumble22 tumble22hotchx.

Takeout orders can be placed online ; the restaurant is open for indoor dine-in services. A post shared by Antoine Lewis ausfalcon80 on Apr 11, at am PDT. The bao-focused fast-casual restaurant serves up many, many steamed buns filled with meats, vegetables, and creamy sweets.

Takeout orders can be placed online or through the mobile app; all locations feature indoor dine-in services. The low-priced kum-bak burgers from the old-school campus dive have been feeding Austinites for years. Takeout and DoorDash delivery orders can be placed online ; the restaurant is open for indoor and outdoor dine-in services.

This Cherrywood taco walk-up window offers affordable and filling tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. Takeout orders can be placed online. A post shared by Kath Barbadoro kathbarbadoro.

Takeout orders can be placed online ; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in areas. A post shared by Delray Cafe delray. Where to Dig Into Great Chicken Wings — Saucy to Crispy to Spicy — in Austin. This Korean-ish restaurant is one of the more affordable options in downtown, plus there are lots of veggies in the dishes, like the japchae noodles, teriyaki bowls, or bibimbap.

Every entree also comes with free miso soup. Takeout orders can be placed over the phone; there are third-party deliveries; the patio is available for outdoor dine-in services.

Takeout and delivery orders can be placed online ; the restaurant features indoor and outdoor dine-in services; the truck has outdoor tables.

The tacos are as enjoyable as they are low-cost and filing. Try the famed migas tacos. All locations offer takeout orders placed online or in person; there are usually indoor and outdoor dine-in areas available.

The home-grown chain emphasizes quality and freshness for its affordable burgers, and the vegetarian burger is a favorite even with carnivores. Takeout orders can be placed online , through the mobile app, or via the drive-thru.

Takeout orders can be placed over the phone or in person; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in services. A post shared by Texas Food Finds damngoodonly. Takeout orders can be placed in person. A post shared by Marnie Cushing librarianmarn on Jul 9, at pm PDT.

Extra tortillas will be needed. Takeout orders can be placed online ; there are indoor and outdoor dine-in services. Takeout orders can be placed online ; all locations tend to feature indoor and outdoor dine-in areas. A post shared by Chi'Lantro BBQ chilantro. For quick and easy meals, Soup Peddler dishes out hearty soups and salads, with room for juice, too.

Takeout orders can be placed online ; there are Favor deliveries ; all locations feature outdoor dining areas. A post shared by Soup Peddler souppeddler.

To-go orders can be placed online or in person; there is an outdoor table. The black bean or falafel burger rivals some of the meat-based options. For fragrant bowls of pho noodle soup, rice plates, and spring rolls head to this unassuming Vietnamese restaurant.

Nothing on the menu exceeds twelve dollars, meaning that you could order a bowl of beef, chicken, and seafood pho alongside an appetizer of the cha gio—Vietnamese egg rolls alongside a few Vietnamese iced coffees for under fifty dollars. A post shared by Pho Saigon phosaigonhtx.

A post shared by Houston Foodie becauseigothungry. Houston is not short of great red sauce joints, and this casual Italian cafe in Montrose is another case in point. A post shared by Tacos tierra caliente tacostierracalientetx. Since launching in , this fast-casual burger bar has garnered a loyal following, and for good reason.

Its burgers are built with 2- or 5-ounce 44 Farms beef patties and can be customized from bun to bun to your liking. A post shared by burger-chan burgerchanhtx. Sushi night can be pricey, but at Oishii, diners can indulge in all of the house staples paired with beer, wine, or sake without breaking the bank.

The debate of which West African country makes the best jollof rice will forever linger, and this Nigerian hotspot may help make up your mind. An herbaceous traditional bowl of okra soup is the perfect place to start before diving into one of its signature plates, like the jollof rice or yam porridge, which are complimented with two pieces of meat or one portion of fish, with the option to add on chicken, oxtails, mackerel, beef, goat, or vegetarian options.

Located inside a Galleria-area convenience store, this no-frills counter is the definition of a hidden gem. Known for its mouthwatering Greek eats served fast and at a seriously reasonable price, its Gyro sandwiches are packed full of meat.

A post shared by Nora Houston Cheap Eatz htxcheapeatz. In it for takeout? Offering an affordable assortment of chaat, dosas, and entrees, Shri Balaji gives the option to sample. Feeling extra hungry? A post shared by Shri Balaji Bhavan shribalajibhavan.

A post shared by Molina's Cantina molinascantina. Located in the Bellaire Chinatown center, this no-frills counter-service restaurant is a favorite for quick, flavorful Chinese food. Locals swear by its bean sauce noodles, but the chicken steak and roast beef noodles are also fine options.

Noodles, dumplings, hefty portions, and affordability make this a great spot for casual Chinese. Head to this strip-mall spot for Taiwanese cuisine that does not break the bank.

Start off with an order of its chicken nuggets and then move onto its fried pork chop with rice complete with bok choy, picked veggies, and egg. This old-fashioned diner remains tried and true for its NY-deli style comfort plates and is always a scene on weekends with early birds looking to score hot and fresh bagels.

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A post shared by Tamashi Ramen Sushi tamashiramensushi. Characterized by its boat-shaped, nautical-themed exterior, this local seafood chain has been an institution for Houstonians seeking casual seafood fare. Order any of its family dinners, including its jumbo fried shrimp or fried gulf oysters, or go a lighter route and grab the broiled platter with shrimp kabobs and your choice of fish.

The sizable entrees come with a good helping of fries or rice, plus a selection of sauces. A post shared by Capt. Benny's captbennys. Choose from beef, chicken, barbacoa, tinga, or a meatless option like soy pastor. A post shared by Tacos Doña Lena tacosdonalena.

Dining on authentic Indian street foods, curries, and more is made convenient and affordable at this counter-service restaurant with multiple locations around town.

A post shared by Tarka Indian Kitchen tarkaindiankitchen. Treebeards has been churning out Southern comfort plates for more than four decades, and despite its expansion with multiple locations across the city, the menu remains affordable.

A post shared by Treebeards Restaurant treebeardsrestaurant. Though only open for about a year, this New York bodega-themed burger shop has already made its name for itself in the vast Houston burger scene. A post shared by Burger Bodega burgerbodegahtx.

A post shared by Cuban and Mexican Cuisine elreytaqueria. Go the a la carte route and build your meal, starting with appetizers like falafel or hummus before moving on to a sampler plate of gyro, shawarma, grape leaves, tabbouleh, pitas, and sauces.

Each pack comes with a pound of each of the meats, six pitas, plus large orders of hummus, salad, rice, tzatziki, and garlic sauces. Be sure to tack on a side of baklava or its dessert pita — its version of a dessert pizza made with fried pita chips tossed in Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cinnadust and topped with chocolate syrup.

A post shared by AL Quick Stop alquickstop. Sweet tooth? A post shared by Lankford Grocery lankfordgrocery. A local favorite since , this old-school burger shack has remained a breakfast and lunch favorite for Houstonians looking for a hearty bite, especially when on a budget.

The burgers and breakfast sandwiches are no slouch, either — with its Champ burger loaded with bacon and cheese, and its classic sausage, egg, and cheese breakfast sandwich. The black bean or falafel burger rivals some of the meat-based options.

For fragrant bowls of pho noodle soup, rice plates, and spring rolls head to this unassuming Vietnamese restaurant. Nothing on the menu exceeds twelve dollars, meaning that you could order a bowl of beef, chicken, and seafood pho alongside an appetizer of the cha gio—Vietnamese egg rolls alongside a few Vietnamese iced coffees for under fifty dollars.

A post shared by Pho Saigon phosaigonhtx. A post shared by Houston Foodie becauseigothungry. Houston is not short of great red sauce joints, and this casual Italian cafe in Montrose is another case in point.

A post shared by Tacos tierra caliente tacostierracalientetx. Since launching in , this fast-casual burger bar has garnered a loyal following, and for good reason.

Its burgers are built with 2- or 5-ounce 44 Farms beef patties and can be customized from bun to bun to your liking. A post shared by burger-chan burgerchanhtx. Sushi night can be pricey, but at Oishii, diners can indulge in all of the house staples paired with beer, wine, or sake without breaking the bank.

The debate of which West African country makes the best jollof rice will forever linger, and this Nigerian hotspot may help make up your mind.

An herbaceous traditional bowl of okra soup is the perfect place to start before diving into one of its signature plates, like the jollof rice or yam porridge, which are complimented with two pieces of meat or one portion of fish, with the option to add on chicken, oxtails, mackerel, beef, goat, or vegetarian options.

Located inside a Galleria-area convenience store, this no-frills counter is the definition of a hidden gem. Known for its mouthwatering Greek eats served fast and at a seriously reasonable price, its Gyro sandwiches are packed full of meat. A post shared by Nora Houston Cheap Eatz htxcheapeatz.

In it for takeout? Offering an affordable assortment of chaat, dosas, and entrees, Shri Balaji gives the option to sample. Feeling extra hungry? A post shared by Shri Balaji Bhavan shribalajibhavan.

A post shared by Molina's Cantina molinascantina. Located in the Bellaire Chinatown center, this no-frills counter-service restaurant is a favorite for quick, flavorful Chinese food. Locals swear by its bean sauce noodles, but the chicken steak and roast beef noodles are also fine options. washingtonlinton on Feb 2, at pm PST.

From ribs to brisket, Cajun-style sausage to pulled pork, the Heights' Gatlin's Barbecue has plenty to satisfy your 'que cravings. The sides are equally tasty, with everything from home-style dirty rice to potato salad and baked beans. And you'll want to save a little room for the Southern-style bread pudding.

Customers wondering how many ways the classic comfort food can be re-imagined will be pleasantly surprised at the Heights-set Jus' Mac. The noodle empire is loaded with 17 unique variations of macaroni-and-cheese-laden dishes - seven of which are vegetarian - from a "light" cheddar and broccoli option, a roasted poblano-pepper-and-swiss-cheese-infused dish, even mac-cheese soup.

Located on Studemont, just off of Washington Avenue, Sam's Café is a popular place for Corridor residents to snag fast and affordable Chinese food. Go for a flavorful bowl of hot and sour soup, the Hunan Beef or triple delight. Have it delivered or dine in daily. It may offer a lively party scene, but Christian's Tailgate is all business when it comes to burgers.

Head there before midnight for fresh, ground-chuck patties never frozen loaded on six-inch buns, toasted crispy around the edges and topped with mustard, mayo, onions, pickles, tomatoes and shredded lettuce.

Grab a seat inside or score a table on the patio and dig into a signature crepe or build your own from an array of options like roasted-red peppers, feta, basil pesto and several other selections.

With 10 Pho Saigon Vietnamese locations under P. Tran's belt, the locally-owned Vietnamese chain continues to grow in the Houston area. The first location opened in Midtown in and quickly became known for its savory, noodle-and-herb-laden pho and inexpensive prices.

Go for the spring rolls while you're there, too. Good food and good prices define this casual, yet funky Midtown restaurant. Located right off the MetroRail and next to the Continental Club, Tacos a Go-Go is the perfect place to stop for some of the most authentic Tex-Mex food in Houston.

Think: Carne Guisada tacos, pork tamale plates and hearty burritos. Barnaby's Cafe features fresh, uncomplicated, contemporary food with quick service and easy-on-the-wallet prices. The simple grab-bag menu includes a balanced variety of salads Chinese chicken, chopped chef salad , cool sandwiches pesto-chicken salad with artichoke hearts and hot sandwiches various burger combos and more.

New Orleans and Houston cuisine collide on the menu at BB's Cajun Cafe. Think: Over-stuffed po' boys, boudin balls and classic red beans and rice. Get it to go, have it delivered or dine-in.

The personality-filled spot is open daily, serving it up until midnight or later. A post shared by Cris Skelton sideshowcris on Jun 3, at am PDT. Artsy types, poetry buffs and music lovers from all walks of life count the warm Brasil coffeehouse as a favorite. Grab a coffee - they have wine and beer, too - along with pizza, sandwiches or the not-to-be-missed spinach quiche.

On nice days, the shaded patio can't be beat. In all its '40s-style glory, the ice-house includes a grill that offers hamburgers--greasy real-beef patties and all the fixings.

Cheese enchiladas are also on the menu. Wash down your burger with a cold glass of Shiner Bock beer. Set across the street from the wildly successful Goode Co.

Place your order at the busy counter and nestle indoors or snag a table on the funky, neon-lit patio. A post shared by Kurt Asesor kurtasesor on Feb 10, at am PST. Part all-night diner, part pastry shop, House of Pies evokes the vinyl-and-Formica charm of a bygone era.

Freshly-baked sugar-free pastries, classic fruit favorites and sinfully-rich offerings balance a menu loaded with typical greasy-spoon fare.

Go for the grilled ham-and-swiss, a cup of vegetable soup and a slice of the multi-layered Bayou Goo. A true Houston neighborhood bar institution, Kenneally's offers all the Irish pub food you'd expect as well as a delicious thin-crust pizza.

Go for the pepperoni pizza - available by the slice - or signature corned-beef-topped Shamrock, paired with a creamy pint of Guinness. Dig in at the bar or venture out back for a seat on the patio.

Venture beyond the arched entry of Tlaquepaque Market to find the art-and-music-filled Bohemeo's coffee house. Lupe and Sidonie Olivarez opened their cheery East End outpost in , offering coffee, espresso drinks, desserts and light bites.

Go for the fish and shrimp tacos topped with purple cabbage, cilantro and Bohemeo's signature, cayenne-tinged sauce. The coffee shop also offers free wi-fi, along with frequent live music performances. While the quesadillas, fajitas and tortas are on point at the East End-set Brothers Taco House , it's the breakfast tacos that are the all-star just ask anyone waiting in the line that snakes out the door.

Two is more than enough around these parts, so order accordingly. UH and TSU students, neighborhood residents, and Frenchy's Chicken devotees wait patiently for their fried fare and Cajun sides at Frenchy Creuzot's walk-up operation.

The unassuming outpost, located a couple blocks from the University of Houston's campus, has been a culinary institution since the late s. Cayenne-flecked, lick-your-fingers-good fried chicken anchors the simple menu, aided by side-order options that include spicy red jambalaya, soulful collard greens, dirty rice, and red beans and rice.

Low-cost dining options - Missing Beans and rice are also super versatile foods, and you can take them and transform them into easy meals you will actually enjoy! Slow Cooker Chicken Noodle Soup · Hearty Vegetable Soup with Parsley Gremolata · Slow Cooker Mac and Cheese · Our Best- 38 Cheap Lunch Ideas · Contest-Winning Hearty Hamburger Soup · Garlic Spaghetti · Air-Fryer Black Bean Chimichangas

Add a drink and curly fries to make a full meal that will cost just a few bucks extra. They are quite small, but if you ask us, a couple of these puppies makes for a filling meal, with options to drown your grilled or crispy chicken in chipotle BBQ, honey mustard, or ranch.

Taco Bell caters to the fast food lover in all of us, teasing us with those glorified beef tacos, exclusive sugar-packed Mountain Dews, and melt-in-your-mouth cheese quesadillas.

Plus, you can swap the meat for beans if you want to go vegetarian. A large fry is quite versatile, serving as a great food to scarf down after a breakup, a side to share with a friend, or a satisfying meal in itself. Be warned — the calories add up fast if you add a burger to your order, but the taste and price are unbeatable.

Toss the ketchup and dip your fries in the ice cream. For just three bucks, you can score two of these sandwiches that are topped with shredded lettuce and mayo.

This is one of the best value chicken sandwiches, in our opinion. With five fast food fried chicken options to choose from, you can customize your box to include a Crispy Colonel Sandwich, 3 Extra Cripsy Tenders, one Chicken Breast, a Pot Pie, or a Famous Bowl, all accompanied by a cookie and a drink.

Select options even include potato wedges or mashed potatoes, as well as a biscuit. Del Taco has snack time down to a science with this perfectly-portioned menu item. Other items on the menu that are just a buck during Happy Hour include cookies, small potato cakes, small curly fries, small shake, and small drinks.

This Happy Hour deal typically takes place from 2 p. Sonic also has a full list of mini snacks like tater tots, fries, onion rings, and popcorn chicken for 79 cents each, which is the cheapest fast food you can find.

To see other options to pair with your fries, check out the latest Chick-fil-A menu. The cheapest fast food you can find? White Castle sliders. You have the choice of more than ten different flavors, including Cheese, Sloppy Joe, Fish, Chicken Ring, Veggie, Bacon Cheese, Crispy Chicken, Chicken and Waffles, and more.

They may not be the friendliest when it comes to calories, but they sure do taste good. Opting for the cheapest fast food can help you save a few bucks. They offer the most value then any of the others I think. yee dude cuz like ya know i was on my way to go get some tacos n i totally went to walmart instead to buy banquets for a week for what id have paid on fast food for only a couple days.

Not sure the age of this article or if this is a regional offering , but the Jack in the Box Munchie Boxes are a great value too 9pm-4am. Two tacos, a sandwich including some HUGE ones like the grilled cheese burger , an order of fries, and a drink.

Leave a Reply Cancel reply. Skip to content. By Wendy Nguyen Published on Oct 1, Updated on Oct 25, Reviewed by Sailor Sullivan. Cheapest Fast Food Options in 1. Tacos — Jack in the Box Jack in The Box is a rare find favored by the late-night snackers. Whopper Jr. Lechon is the pride of Cebu and this casual joint is all about serving up one of the tastiest crisp-skin hogs while keeping things affordable.

It is nothing short of a flavour explosion:crackling skin gives way to tender meat and layers of juicy fat. Enjoy it in the lechon paksiw, which features the juicy meat coated in lechon sauce, beef stock, and bay leaves, resulting in a flavourful and succulent meal. This top tendon chain from Japan utilises a special tempura-frying machine that can churn out over 1, pieces of perfectly crisp parcels in under an hour.

With this efficient, reliable rate, properly prepped tendon bowls that can be produced in short durations, and in greater quantities. Looking to cut down on carbs and more cost-savings? T he Singapore outpost of Bangalore institution Mavalli Tiffin Room MTR serves arguably the best thosai on the island.

Hearty, moreish and sinfully ghee-laced, its served with sambhar and chutney. Don't be afraid to ask for more ghee, the restaurant is happy to serve you more. Our favourite outlet of the three is in Joo Chiat.

The works: three palm-size prawns, thick slices of pork belly, crunchy beansprouts, kangkong and of course, the umami-rich broth. No one to peel the prawns for you? By the way, your first soup refill is free — you can thank us later.

While prices are comparable to many coffee shops out there but why risk it? Here, you're guaranteed a solid bowl of Prawn noodles. Like the namesake, this casual joint offers many affordable — and well-made — Hong Kong dishes from dim sum, bbq meats to noodles and rice.

Tucked away in the heartlands of Yishun is a slice of paradise for early risers and breakfast goers.

But rise early, this gem in the heartland closes early — at 2 in the afternoon. About us. Contact us. No thanks Awesome, you're subscribed! Déjà vu! We already have this email. Try another?

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Restaurants Vietnamese Novena. Dim sum at Swee Choon Tim Sum. Restaurants Chinese Rochor. Nasi lemak at Killiney Kopitiam. Restaurants Singaporean River Valley. Handmade noodles at Prince Noodles. Restaurants Kallang.

Thai-style char kway teow at Thai Tantric. Restaurants Thai Orchard. Enjoy café fare at The Shelter. Restaurants Cafés Chinatown. All day breakfast at Breakfast Club. Restaurants Hawker Hougang. Customise your own salad at Super Simple. Restaurants Raffles Place. Banh mi and Vietnamese coffee at Ba Buong Banh Mi.

Restaurants Vietnamese Jurong East. Savour local favourites at Great Nanyang Heritage Cafe. Restaurants Tanjong Pagar.

Katsu don at Katsu-an. Restaurants Japanese City Hall. Fresh-made pasta at Tangled Pasta.