Best Cheap Eats in Denver

“Went here with a small group of 6. They easily accommodated us and the staff was more than helpful with drink and food suggestions.”

“This place is exactly what LoDo has been missing. A new favorite for sure!”

“You can tell they really understand Thai flavors and how to translate them into vegan and vegetarian dishes that are just as exciting as the traditional ones.”

“Absolutely amazing, authentic Greek street food. Imported products and extremely well run by some of the best people.”

“On top of the great food, the staff and owner were some of the nicest people we’ve met. Warm, welcoming, and truly passionate about their food and customers.”

“The prices? Let’s just say they haven’t caught up to how good the food is. :)”

“I've had their birria tarito at least 4 times and each time I feel like it's better than the last. Consistent and delicious!”

“I get treated like family every time i eat here. Delicious food and excellent service.”

“I think this is the best Mexican food I've tried outside of Mexico.”

“The service is phenomenal, the food and drinks are amazing and Victor is the best server hands down!!!”

“I’ve been twice and this is one of my favorite mexican spots in Denver now.”

“I think it's our new go-to restaurant in the Park Hill area.”

“This place is highly recommended! All the plates I’ve tried are delicious and the fresh squeezed OJ is the best.”

“Great service! The Alameda Skillet is great- the steak was tender and all good bites, no grizzle.”

“I order something different every time I come, and it’s always delicious!”

“We had the carne asada tacos and a cup of elote, everything was flavorful and perfect.”

“It's nice to come to this place and enjoy a delicious corn on the cob”

“They have the best roasted corns 🌽 and corn in a cup.”

“Absolutely the best chicken tamales I've ever had. Velvety masa stuffed with juicy chicken and potatoes in a mild red chile.”

“The food was excellent! Traditional enchiladas with the green chile sauce tasted like I was back in Texas.”

“Every time I work at Lowry I go here. Every single time without fail!”

“The best falafel in the area, crunchy outside and moist on the inside. Hummus was amazing too! Will definitely be back 😋”

“Family owned restaurant. Amazing salad that comes with plums , never seen someone adding that but damn it tastes so good.”

“I have been here several times and its always a delight. The food is always amazing and the service is friendly and accommodating.”

“Might’ve just found the best pho broth in all of Denver! Endless flavor, meat was plentiful and delicious as well”

“I have had so many bowls of pho in Denver and this one by far has been my very favorite.”

“Vegetarian Pho is delicious. I've been looking for a go-to place in Denver that does flavorful vegetarian broth and tasty tofu, and they do a great job.”

“The tonkatsu ramen was rich, flavorful, and one of the best we’ve had - very filling and satisfying.”

“The workers really go out of their way to make you feel cared for, and the food is quite delicious.”

“The staff is very attentive, food is amazing and the atmosphere is exactly what it need to be!”

“This has been my favorite takeout for years! Every item on the menu is so fresh and consistently tasty.”

“The gentleman at the counter sat us and took our order. Hot tea in a real service set, 5 dip appetizer (they were all amazing!) pitas were amazing….”

“Very nice staff. The restaurant is clean,I love the music, and atmosphere. The food was so delicious.”

“Absolutely amazing street tacos, out of a food truck, totally hit the spot. Had the asada, adobada, and barbacoa but I’m sure everything is delicious.”

“Fantastic Mexico City style taco truck just east of Federal on Alameda. Beautiful, tasty tacos at 2.50$ each.”

“Amazing food, very cheap prices, and quick orders. There’s not a lot of places in this city that sells tacos under $3, let alone some very good ones.”

“Absolutely delicious! Medium spicy fries rice with tofu is PERFECT!”

“This is a small booth with no seating; however, there is plenty of community seating right behind it.”

“Note that due to 16th St mall construction that the cart has moved to 16th and Welton.”

“Absolutely amazing 100% recommend perfect for myself gluten free and my friend vegetarian for brunch the food is made so well you can barely tell how healthy your eating!!”

“The service was super fast and everything i ordered was fresh and mouthwatering delicious!”

“Can’t eat at Chipotle this cheap and the food is much higher quality.”

“The chicken cheesesteak is phenomenal. They use flavorful chicken breast meat and good bread.”

“We got the gluten free pizza and a Philly and both were amazing.”

“Walk-in to some country music and amazing smells of fresh pizza was phenomenal!”

“The food is excellent (some of the best Mexican in Denver!) and the prices are amazing for the quality.”

“This place slaps. There’s something really unique about the flavor of the green chili that I think instantly vaults it up among the very best in town.”

“The food was amazing! Some of the best asada tacos I've had in a long time.”

“The customer service was phenomenal! The gentleman put a smole on our faces and also let us try some samples before purchase.”

“Wow! Perfect chicken shawarma bowl. Every component was fresh and delicious; juicy chicken, crispy veggies, fluffy rice, creamy hummus!”

“The shawarma and gyro are both absolutely delicious. The falafel is perfectly crispy in the best way.”

“This is our second time dining here - our absolute favorite Mediterranean restaurant. We brought out of town guests and they loved it too.”

“The mansaf, especially the lamb, was excellent. The meat was incredibly tender, to the point where the bones came off easily due to how well it was cooked.”

“We had 2 lamb shanks and 1 meat combo (~$24.99 each). All came with a salad, hummus, rice, tzatziki, and a delicious fluffy pita.”

“I really enjoyed my visit and would recommend to anyone looking for a pho place with a calm environment, attentive service, and quality food.”

“Consistently amazing. I’ve been here several times since it opened and have enthusiastically recommended it to the Vietnamese food lovers in my life.”

“Excellent food and outstanding service. Everything came out quickly, tasted delicious, and the staff was super kind.”

“Great service fresh food Masha-Allah the gentleman at the front desk very helpful and quick service the food is very tasty delicious mouth watering mmmmm”

“The service and the staff are wonderful and welcoming! You don’t get service like this anymore and it’s rare.”

“Oh my gosh I stopped here for lunch today and you would not believe this food is delicious a hidden little jem in the corner of Mississippi in Galena”

“Anna is the best. Such a sweetheart. Best customer service ever. The food is always amazing and fresh.”

“This is probably the best breakfast burritos and burritos in colorado! I'm being serious guys.”

“As soon as we walked in, Ana greeted us with so much kindness and love - you could feel her good energy right away.”

“Food was amazing and so was the service. Chef even gave me a extra taco because he wanted me to try another option on the menu.”

“Amazing food, great service, but this food truck does not have consistent times so i recommend looking on social media for updates.”

“These birria tacos were an absolute delight! The tortillas were perfectly crisped, soaking up the rich, flavorful juices of the tender birria meat.”

“Casual, airy spot for some delicious food with a great salsa bar.”

“Took 15 minutes to make a hh breakfast burrito. Plan accordingly if you're on your way to work.”

“You're likely looking for "Tacos Selene" on Santa Fe, as there's no popular spot called "Taco Celine" in that area, but "Selene" is a well-known spot.”

“My wife healthy veggie with Thai broth is her favorite Togo with their house sauce.”

“Cam, Eugene , & Long are always very attentive and informative. Highly recommend!”

“The #9 Taiwanese Supreme Hot Pot is outstanding - rich, flavorful, and incredibly comforting.”

“This place is fantastic. Very reasonable prices, large portions, and extremely tasty food!”

“We live in west Denver and we were happy to find a Korean Restaurant so close.”

“Came here as a family, and every. Single. Part. Was PERFECT!!”

“I visit here every time I'm in Denver. Quality, taste and quantity are all perfect”

“Cute little store front in Cherry Creek with lovely service and delicious pasties.”

“These were by far the best US made pasties ive ever had.”

“The medium spicy was a medium spicy. The pad see ew was incredible. Flavor was perfectly balanced. Will be coming back 1000%!”

“For the price point this place could use some vast improvements to be competitive with other Thai restaurants in the area.”

“This place is beautiful and the food is even better.”

“The food here is so good! The sesame chicken was out of this world! And the tofu was so tasty its unreal. 10/10 would recommend”

“The sesame chicken and sesame tofu were phenomenal. They were perfectly breaded and the meat was great.”

“I've noticed that the quality is always consistent from one visit to the next, which is impressive, and something that a lot of restaurants struggle.”

“Amazing as always!!! This is the place to go if you are looking for authentic Iranian food.”

“The owner is very sweet. The food is amazing. The atmosphere and music is just delightful.”

“Mohammad was such a lovely host and was happy to explain the menu for us to introduce us to things off the beaten path.”

“This is the best Chinese food at the best price/portion, within its 20 mile radius.”

“Really good Cantonese, Thai, Hibachi, and Vietnamese favorites abound at this hole-in-the-wall restaurant on the Denver side of the Parker/Havana intersect.”

“The food itself is delicious and tasty, well seasoned, and expertly cooked.”

“This place bangs. Literally the best gyro I have ever had in my life, consistently.”

“Great customer service,easy to read menu and for anyone in a rush they'll have you in and out with superb food in no time”

“My completely sober brother took one bite and said "this might be the best meat I've ever eaten"”

“The staff was friendly, the food was incredible (eggplant and lamb were the bees knees), and the restaurant was clean and cozy.”

“I get the gyro and my wife gets the Greek salad with chicken and its amazing every time.”

“We've been coming here for nearly 20 years. Always prompt service and consistently delicious food.”

“Absolutely best service! Have been coming here for 3 months and everything I try is amazing!”

“Lisa is the best server and always makes you feel welcomed.”

“So happy to have a place that doesnt sound like a Skid Row performance and we can actually sit and hear each other.”

“The mango habanero shrimp ceviche and charred pasilla ribs are 10/10 and both of the birria tacos are insanely good.”

“I love this corner location with an incredible patio area, and the staff is just as welcoming and wonderful as all the other locations.”

“This place is an favorite. Tacos are fantastic and so reasonably priced.”

“Hands down the best pizza I have ever had! I love this place! Everyone NEEDS to come here at least once!”

“Had a family birthday party here and we were able to sit immediately and got served some AMAZING pizza!!”

“The pizza was great, the service was fantastic. Really enjoyed being there. Unpretentious and friendly restaurant and owner.”

“The best chow fun and stir fried green beans with minced pork. The Dungeness Crab is worth the 24 hr. Reservation/wait!”

“This place is the REAL DEAL. Real, traditional guang dong tsai. The food is AMAZING and so fresh.”

“She was the sweetest lady, always at our side to make sure service was perfect and was so attentive and made my birthday lunch the BEST EVER!!”

“Loved their breakfast but it was so loud. Service was great, fast and they made sure my drinks are always refilled!”

“As the online summary goes, this is a straightforward diner, nestled in a rather unassuming shopping center surrounded by industrial and retail warehouses.”

“As soon as you walk in you can tell this is a family style restaurant with good cooking.”

“These are hands down the best crab legs I've had in Colorado! The TK's special sauce really takes them to another level.”

“The steak Alfredo is delicious, but it needs to scale back on the salt just a little bit.”

“The first order was perfect, not over-salted. This time a bit too much salt.”

“The staff was so sweet to bring out her sushi on one of the giant dragon boats with the steaming dry ice.”

“Perfect for a group of gals or a date night with your hubby!!!!!”

“We had the best experience here for my daughter’s birthday.”

“Fantastic food and service at an un-Denver price (meaning reasonable.). Will return !”

“The pakora, the Keema Noodle dish, and the chicken korma were excellent.”

“We were the only people dining night at 7, which is why I did not give 5 stars for atmosphere.”

“This may be the best sushi I've had in Colorado: fresh, generously portioned fish, beautifully crispy tempura, and a wonderful variety.”

“The sushi, sashimi, and rolls here are so good. This place is really delicious go-to and everyone is so nice.”

“The lunch deal is amazing. 3 delicious rolls of sushi with a generous amount of fish, soup, and a salad all for 16 dollars.”

“Sandwiches and smoothies are very flavorful, generous portions, and made with great quality ingredients. And more impressive is that it’s consistent every single time.”

“A delicious/healthy/vegan breakfast, the best fresh squeezed orange juice I’ve ever had, and a super kind staff!”

“Amazing service and high quality food. I love to see they are busy and still take everyone’s order seriously and treat their guests so well.”

“The falafel was crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and the tahini is the best I’ve ever had.”

“It's a lively place with a really great energy, perfect for sharing a delicious meal with loved ones.”

“The lamb kebabs and hummus are the best I’ve ever had.”

“Delicious, fast service and friendly staff! They even accommodated a request for no cream in the Tikka Masala.”

“It's a wonderful spot to enjoy a meal with family or friends, or even for a peaceful solo dinner (as I did).”

“The samosa chat is unreaaaaal and their mataar paneer was creamy and delicious, peas and cheese were so fresh.”

“The food was phenomenal!! Fresh, flavorful, and generous portions at a price that makes you want to come back again and again.”

“The Lebanese Martini is so perfect I could drain it in one gulp.”

“River was Awesome, food was absolutely amazing definitely recommend this place!!! So authentic!!”

“Consistently excellent. Always friendly. Love the drunken noodles, the garlic pepper and the curries.”

“The best Thai food I’ve had and it’s reasonably priced.”

“Small parking lot and usually close to an hour wait on food but so worth it.”

“Excellent black garlic ramen. I think some of the negative reviews may be outdated.”

“Really solid black tonkatsu ramen, and the Korean wings were delicious!”

“Quiet and great ramen so yum and totally great and easy walk from emily griffith school barley any wait.”

“This is my favorite breakfast place in Denver right now. The food is consistently good and the staff is always kind and helpful.”

“Not only was this biscuit sandwich amazingly delicious, Jan was so wonderful and friendly as well.”

“Aly is the BEST! Parking can be a little tricky, get there early 😊”

“Best poke I’ve had outside of Hawaii! So happy to be able to eat the marinated fish for once since everything is gluten-free.”

“This could be the best poke restaurant in Denver. Your worth trying their Crab protein”

“Awesome poke on one of my favorite streets in downtown Denver.”

“James was our server and he was incredible. We have been here a handful of times and James remembered us!”

“The Belgium Pearl waffles were delicious! Had the creme on the side. Loved the flavor and the fruit garnish.”

“This place is what all other modern brunch restaurants should aspire to. Amazing imaginative and elevated breakfast menu served by friendly staff in a bustling industrial chic restaurant.”

“Definitely recommend the Mother’s Plate to try the variety of flavors that Turkish bfast has to offer.”

“The pastries, tea, coffee, and breakfast are all amazing! Incredible quality and super kind service.”

“I ordered a veggie sandwich which was freshly made on a baggette which was delicious”

“Denver Curry House in Cherry Creek North is a fantastic addition to the neighborhood, with a menu that celebrates flavors from India, Nepal, Thailand, Jamaica, and beyond.”

“The veggie samosas, soup, naan, rice, and chicken tikka masala were absolutely delicious!”

“Doesn’t look like much on the outside, but on the inside you will find the best comfort food and the nicest people ever.”

“Our server was so kind from the moment we walked in to the moment we left and the perfect amount of attentive during our meal.”

“We have ordered take out here 7 of the last 9 weekends. Favorite spot for pad Thai in Denver!”

“What a great family Thai restaurant! Delicious food. Happy to have it in our neighborhood.”

“Best chicken karaage I’ve had in this city and I’ve had a shamefully large amount of karaage in Denver lol”

“Chottip is the best!! Highly recommend coming here and seeing her. Great service and great vibes.”

“The Alameda French dip was truly out of this world 10/10.”

“Not only were there ample portions of extraordinarily delicious down-home Mexican cooking, this restaurant was quiet enough to hear one another speak.”

“Great Mexican food at very reasonable prices, this is my favorite Mexican restaurant in Denver.”

“The smothered burrito is very good. Meal comes with delicious chips and salsa.”

“Coming from the Northeast, I can validate this as close as you can get to real deal in Philly.”

“We took advantage of the Sunday deal and got the Philly Fries with 12 wings - it was like $25 altogether - great deal.”

“Despite being busy, they took the time to chat with us and walk us through the menu.”

“As a transplanted New Yorker, I can attest, 100%, this is the best New York style pizza I have had in Colorado.”

“The pizza was amazing, we also got a calzone and some garlic knots. Loving the positive vibes and key part of the Denver culture.”

“The lunch special is a great deal - 2 slice and a side for $9! Would highly recommend.”

“Unbeatable prices. My favorite is the jalepeño chicken (thigh). Thai Tea for $1 is amazing too.”

“The portions? Absolutely generous! We were pleasantly surprised by how much food we received, and the flavors were delightful.”

“Okay but Chi's Express goes kinda hard for value. Very solid Scoop Chinese spot, generous on the scoops.”

“Unreal how good the sushi is! Phenomenal salmon, and the scallop nigiri was one of the best pieces of sushi I've ever had.”

“The ambiance is perfect for both intimate dinners and small group outings, with soft lighting and traditional touches that bring an authentic Japanese feel.”

“This was a great place to come for our first visit, and it turned out to be the perfect spot for date night!”

“The broth in the traditional pho is absolutely incredible - I could drink it every day.”

“Whether you want takeout or dine in- this will be the best pho experience!”

“This is hands down my favorite Pho place in Colorado.”

“My favorite Mexican restaurant on the north side. We get takeout breakfast burritos once a week.”

“The staff is extremely friendly and helpful. Didn’t wait long. I highly recommend!”

“Best breakfast burritos in town. We eat here pretty frequently and all the dinner options we’ve ever ordered have been great.”

“Tried all the pizza spots in the area, this is the best one.”

“The 4 seasons salad is amazing and the pizza is perfect every time.”

“While I had plenty of time to transfer buses at a nearby bus stop, I stumbled across this location of SliceWorks.”

“The classical Ethiopian music made for a wonderful atmosphere and the servers were patient with our questions.”

“Bring your friends and family. Introduce them to incredible food for all to enjoy.”

“The vegetarian platter was perfect and I actually finished my plate, which is no small accomplishment.”

“The vibe was very calm and comfortable! Everything was really fresh and delicious! We loved it and will be back.”

“I love kenji sushi- I come here for a quick lunch break and their service is amazing, great sushi for great prices!”

“The servers were very attentive, the gyoza was seared perfectly and the sushi rolls I had (alaska and Hawaiian) were fresh and delicious.”

“The pho was good and all the cocktails were a straight ten dollars, which is just amazing.”

“I used to rave about this place - it was a go-to spot I’d recommend to everyone. But after my most recent visit, I honestly don’t think I’ll be back.”

“Their vegetarian pho is delicious, the broth is so tasty.”

“The service was phenomenal, not only was he kind and helpful with the menu but he also gave us recommendations of things to do in the area.”

“When I’m craving a chicken sandwich, I pick this chicken sandwich over all chicken sandwiches from even chicken places known for chicken sandwiches.”

“Only problem is as you walk in there's a distinct odor of sewage like you are stepping into an outhouse.”

“This is our go-to Thai food restaurant. The food is delicious (make sure to try the mango sticky rice), and the service is excellent.”

“I love this place. Delicious and authentic Thai food with a quiet ambiance, great service and an inexpensive menu.”

“A go-to mainstay for the Sloan Lake area. Definitely the best Asian cuisine on west 32nd.”

“It’s now our favorite place. Will be back everytime we come to Denver area!”

“My friend (omnivore) and I (vegan) tried Pupusas Paradise 3 today and we were so impressed!”

“Elsa always have a smily welcome. Clean place even when is busy and friendly service.”

“Best gluten free pizza (with really good vegan cheese) I’ve had in Colorado, hands down.”

“Wait was a bit long but well worth the wait pizza was amazing delicious!”

“The vegan selection is impressive and the vegan jalapeño popper pizza is phenomenal!”

“We found this taco truck tonight in Bennett. The ramen and tacos were delicious.”

“Hands down my favorite taco truck in the Montbello area!”

“Usually go on Saturdays before 11am because we know by noon they are sold out.”

“I go to denver once a year and I make it my priority to go to kona Hawaiian BBQ.”

“We tried the family meal and the kids and adults loved it.”

“The Kona Fire Chicken was great - not overly spicy, but just right for flavor.”

“Best fish tacos of my ENTIRE life. Ceviche, charro beans and the Pho burrito are an absolute chef kiss.”

“The atmosphere is amazing, the staff remarkably friendly, and a wonderful mix of modernity and friendly neighborhood spot vibes.”

“Great location for before or after an event at Ball Arena.”

“The food was good, but took a very long time to come out. Our server was trying their best but was obviously overwhelmed.”

“We live in the neighborhood and come here often. It’s the best patio around and super kid friendly.”

“The Sausage Mushroom pasta is quite possibly the best pasta dish I’ve ever had.”

“The atmosphere is an 11. The decor is fantastic. The patio is the best with the lush garden and fish ponds.”

“The food is excellent. Waiters are not checking you constantly but some people like that. Prices are reasonable.”

“But holy cow, this place served us tuna and salmon that was still frozen and couldn’t be bitten in.”

“Foo was incredible - not only did he serve amazing sushi, but he also kept us entertained with magic tricks and great jokes the entire time.”

“As a vegetarian, this is the best place for sushi!”

“The steak was not only chewy, I ordered medium rare steak and it was medium, and there was bones in it.”

“They don't have pickle shots, but Vince is an incredible bar tender and will make up for it!”

“I was dining alone and placed my order with the server. After waiting 45 minutes, I asked for an update and was told, “it should be out soon.””

“I keep giving this place chances. Time and time again it’s just really bad service.”