Best Cheap Eats in Austin

“The flavors are amazing and the portions are big! I ordered the chicken teriyaki bento box with a shio tori soup.”

“I have been back 3 more times since and tried different things every time and it’s all consistently delicious!”

“It’s hard to find places in Austin that still give you a bang for your buck, but Ichi Shokudo is one of those places.”

“This is my go to spot for lunch. Delicious food and very friendly customer service!”

“The best Pork Al Pastor tacos I've ever had in my life.”

“Never had a bad surprise/experience with La China. Highly recommend this place”

“The quality and care the owner puts into his food is unmatched by even most “5 star” restaurants here in Austin.”

“I’ve had a lot of gyros, these are as good as any I’ve had. Consistently hot and delicious.”

“The falafel salad and wrap are really good, the hummus and warm pita were also delicious.”

“Nick and Anna are so devoted to their craft and it's amazing to see this devotion carry over to the taste of their food.”

“Hands down the best fried chicken I have ever tasted - try the Cinnamon Chipotle”

“If you are looking for a reliable and consistent chicken sandwich excellence I would say this is your go to spot.”

“This unassuming storefront has a surprise inside - some of the best Middle Eastern food in Colorado Springs served by very friendly people.”

“The owner is always friendly and makes delicious foods that remind me of home cooking when I was younger.”

“The food is always fantastic. Kebabs lamb tikka falafel. The quality is the same every time - amazing.”

“The BEST AUTHENTIC Korean food I ever tried, the owner in an old Korean lady who actually makes an amazing home made fresh food”

“Probably the best value meal I’ve found in Austin. Everything was incredibly fresh and flavorful.”

“Great vibes and the patio is a great space too. Mrs. Kim is just the sweetest too.”

“This place is go-to! Excellent quality, outstanding service, and the food is unreal.”

“This place has the best shawarma I've ever had in my whole life.”

“This place rocks! The food is seriously so good – those chicken shawarma are out of this world”

“Great service Bilal was very efficient food was amazing the beirut sauce full of flavor wil def be back”

“Dining at Beirut Hamburger Bites was a pleasant experience. Excellent food, dedicated personnel, friendly atmosphere, affordable prices.”

“What an amazing experience! It was an absolute pleasure trying the Beirut burger bite spot.”

“Best breakfast taco I've had in Austin! This food truck is owned by the nicest lady I've ever met.”

“Great tacos, great owner was super kind and the green salsa she gave us was fantastic and really spicy”

“Amazing tacos that are fairly priced. The lady that took and made my order was super nice too.”

“The owner came out afterwards and shared her story, beautiful food and great place if you're looking for somewhere new near austin texas”

“The owner was so kind and so sweet!! I can tell he cares about his customers and their experience.”

“The food is worth it in flavor and quantity, truly delicious, my goodness.”

“The pad thai here is probably my favorite ever. Very generous portion size for the price and full of flavor!”

“Hands down the best Pad Thai in Austin! Pina makes every dish with time and passion for perfection, so order ahead or be prepared to wait 10-15 minutes.”

“The owner is super nice and the food is always fresh and amazing.”

“If you go to Barton springs for a splash definitely walk up here for a roll or slice , makes for a perfect pool day!”

“Where else can you grab a phenomenal large pizza, a bottle of wine, and a lottery ticket all in the same building in South Austin?”

“I loved the Vegetarian Pizza, It was crispy but not burnt or soggy like some other pizza joints in Austin, with long big slices of delicious bell peppers.”

“I ordered a side of fried rice and got a very generous portion for only $3.25.”

“The woman at the front counter knows how to handle her business and customers very well.”

“A true hole in the wall, they served amazing food.”

“The food was outstanding! We tried the Taste of Cambodia, the pork nom pahng sandwich, the chicken curry, and the fish amok.”

“Blue Apsara has to be your next try on south Lamar, absolutely fantastic food.”

“Kim is amazing ❤️ and the Nom Pahng (pork sandwich)? SO good!!”

“This is the best pizza in Austin. It comes out quickly and is delicious.”

“Always amazing. Burnet Rd location was our preferred one, now downtown one it is!”

“The vibe is cool and lively without being overwhelming, and the self-service setup keeps things moving fast—perfect when you’re hungry and don’t want to wait.”

“Incredible smoked wings. The seasonings and flavoring was 10/10 and the service was impeccable.”

“From the second we walked in, the owner made us feel like regulars, even though it was our first time.”

“This is quite literally the best food, we went back tonight and got …”

“There's also an excellent brewery next door that you can order while you wait for your food.”

“The staff is AMAZING and you can tell they put so much love into their amazing food.”

“Authentic homemade Mexican food from lovely, generous people. Vegan options are fabulous, and they’ll take special orders to accommodate your diet.”

“Best authentic Thai food in Austin! I’ve spent over 5 months in Thailand and Thai Kruefha instantly took me back with each bite.”

“Excellent favorite of a food truck nestled in between the office buildings.”

“The lady there is very nice and they have great service. Can’t wait to come back.”

“I had their egg and bean taco with avocado sauce and tortilla soup - both were delicious and filling.”

“Phenomenal, amazing service, food and just environment, was greeted by the staff and enjoyed every bit of it.”

“The Tortilla is a little too translucent for me 😅 and it was quite dark in there makes me wonder why the lighting is so dim 🫤”

“The BEST paninis out there! The owners are so kind and the food is always consistent. This is my favorite place to stop at!”

“We came here on the most perfect sunny day. My friend got the normal chicken pesto pans i and i got the vegan impossible meat panini.”

“The whole area has a laid-back, welcoming vibe, and it has easily become my go-to spot to grab lunch lately.”

“The food was incredible, but what truly amazed me was the server. She was super friendly, extremely knowledgeable about the menu, and recommended the best dishes for us.”

“We went here for lunch with a group , including small kids, and had a wonderful experience.”

“Everything we ordered was delicious. The flavors were unique and perfect.”

“Great food Great Service Amazing People Surving the best Schwarme in Austin recommend to every one who wants great meal for good Price”

“Amazing shawarma!! ❤️ Visiting from Dallas and so happy we found this place. Best shawarma I’ve had it Texas!! 🤠 Quality ingredients, freshly made every day!!”

“The food and the service were amazing, the owners are warm, welcoming and attentive to each guest!”

“Alvin made my friends and my experience such a delight! The pho was incredible, and Alvin’s smile made our meal all the more enjoyable.”

“We have been going here weekly since they opened. The food and the service are top notch and amazing.”

“The broth was amazing, but I was not a fan of the chicken/its texture whatsoever, and I am confused why I was given soooo many bean sprouts.”

“This little whole in the wall restaurant has some of the best Venezuelan food in town.”

“Jackie was such a great help! The food always comes out delicious.”

“Been a loving customer of this fantastic restaurant for almost 10 years. It never fails to disappoint, only exceeds my expectations.”

“The kokoreç was absolutely delicious — very close to the authentic ones in Turkiye 🇹🇷 and really well made.”

“Loved the price. If you are ever in Austin and want good food this is the place to be.”

“The staff were friendly, welcoming, and attentive. Highly recommend it to anyone who loves and misses great kokoreç!”

“Customer service was amazing Jose was awesome. The campechano tacos were absolutely delicious. I’ll for sure be eating here again. Definitely recommend!”

“The fellas behind the counter were informative and playful. Kids loved it too. Bravo!”

“Epitome of the "no frills" ATX taco truck scene--in the best way! Not.”

“Literally the best hole in the wall Korean-Mexican fusion place in the Austin area.”

“Always has reliably fast and friendly service, in addition to their high quality & delicious food.”

“It’s cozy, with great pricing, which is perfect for a such a good hole-in-the-wall spot”

“The moist brisket was amazing, I highly recommend the mixed meat plate.”

“The brisket is amazing and the sides are really good too!”

“Always consistently good with the best chopped beef sandwich in town!”

“Owner was friendly and gave recommendations for what food to try. The food was delicious and serving size was good.”

“I always get the korma and garlic cheese naan and it never disappoints. Food is always flavorful and delicious, and service is excellent as well.”

“I have been twice and both times the service has been great and the food is outstanding.”

“You will have to put up with plastic silverware but the Greek salad was one of the best I have had in a while.”

“Food was delicious and authentic. Owner was very polite and helpful when it came to ingredients.”

“Dining at the location isn't the best unless you like to eat on picnic tables / gravel.”

“This by far is the best taco food truck in all of Austin. Real authentic Mexican flavor and fresh ingredients.”

“I had the BEST deshabrada brisket breakfast taco I’ve ever had at this place!! And I’ve had a lot.”

“The staff were also very friendly. Reasonably priced as well, I would highly recommend trying them out.”

“Food is expensive but I can say it was the best Cream Corn and best Beef Rib I've had.”

“The sides are delicious, especially the mac & cheese, the corn, and the potato salad.”

“Nick and Maria were so awesome and showed us the best hospitality.”

“The food is delicious! Anyone who likes Chico's in El Paso will love the quality of all the ingredients here and will be coming back often.”

“Live band night was a vibe!! Incredible enchiladas, highly recommend the green chicken.”

“The owner has worked his butt off and has achieved wonderful success.”

“10/10 service 10/10 food! Been coming every week jasmine is great customer service!”

“The food is incredibly good, but the owner and staff are just getting started, having just opened for a soft opening.”

“This is the only place I love in Austin when I want to experience Chinese bbq.”

“Best Indian food in Austin (coming from an Indian). Kadai paneer, dosa and gobi Manchuria were my favorite dishes.”

“Overall, Sitara Austin offers great food, good portions, and excellent value for money.”

“Lakshmi treated us like family, it was such a joy being served by her. 10/10 definitely coming back soon!!”

“This was definitely a beautiful experience and it was very enjoyable all the way around the table”

“For the quality of ingredients and freshness, In-N-Out offers amazing value.”

“Best, most friendly service I’ve ever witnessed in a fast food restaurant in the US.”

“I gave a 3 for atmosphere because it's a taco truck, don't get me wrong I love food trucks.”

“Their online menu has different prices than what I was charged. But it’s because the old menu it’s posted.”

“Great service, super friendly. Had the Azteca Machete. Good flavor, tortilla crisped just right, no complaints.”

“Great food and service from Alex. I recommend going to this trailer full of flavor and very good service.”

“Some of the best Chinese food I’ve had in Austin since I’ve been here.”

“The general tso chicken was amazing and savory. So were the ragoons.”

“The quality and flavors are delicious, the staff is very friendly, and the variety they offer is incredible.”

“One of the best places to have a tasty and healthy breakfast”

“I’ll definitely make it a point to stop by when I’m down south, but heavily recommended a location at metric/parmer 😋”

“I come get tacos just about every day from this Taco Truck they never disappoint the best birria tacos ever!!”

“This place has some of the best quesabirrias in Austin, the consome is really good as well.”

“The food came out perfect, with good presentation and great flavor. Will definitely be coming back.”

“Our favorite vegan food! It’s definitely our go-to! Their tortillas are huge and everything I have tried is really good!”

“We come here weekly for their Buffalo burrito/bowl - the tempeh is the best you’ll find.”

“The owner is the most welcoming small business owner and has created a cute lil family friendly environment.”

“A very quiet place with great service, excellent food, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Highly recommended!”

“Outstanding food, generous portions made to order. Simple, well-prepared food at very affordable prices.”

“Thank you, Angela, for a wonderful evening and a Happy New Year!”

“The pizza is always on point, with plenty of space thanks to the long bench seating, which is perfect for larger crowds.”

“This place can get really loud at times especially during sport seasons as they have tv’s mounted in the bar section.”

“The parking seems tough at first, but there are auxiliary parking spaces in the …”

“What a delicious Hawaiian pizza and the bacon one! I returned to Colombia for dinner.”

“The pizzas are super delicious and well-cooked, and the guava smoothie is amazing.”

“I visit it quite often with my family. Cozy place. I recommend it.”

“The Sichuan peppercorn broth for the Crossing-the-Bridge Rice Noodles was delicious, and the beef tripe and shumai were also tasty.”

“The menu was unique and the food was delicious, unlike anything we could expect in an Asian restaurant housed in an unassuming strip center.”

“Great restaurant! The takoyaki was so delicious they add some flavoring that just makes it so much better than any other takoyaki we've had.”

“Olga and Frank have created an amazing restaurant where you feel welcome the moment you walk in the door.”

“I had the chicken panini on sourdough. One of the best sandwiches I’ve ever eaten!”

“Also the gluten free bread is outrageously good, 10/10 will be returning!”

“It is my favorite bbq and hotpot spot in Austin hands down. Everything is very fresh and delicious and the service is always amazing!”

“This place was amazing! The interior was clean and modern and made it feel like a great restaurant …”

“Been here 3 times and each time was fantastic. So many options for meat and veg whether you like KBBQ or hot pot.”

“The cashier was incredibly sweet. There were four of us, and she helped us avoid over-ordering. Her customer service was excellent.”

“The line was long but moved quickly, the lady working the front register was polite and kind, and the soup dumplings were absolutely delicious even after the drive home.”

“Had many meals here and the place serves up consistently good food with fast service, great portions, and outstanding prices.”

“Absolutely amazing food and the Owner Jim was so nice!”

“It was also not loud like other restaurants so that you can enjoy your meal and chat with your daughter.”

“Service time for food is under 10 min sometimes 5 min a lot better than waiting the 30-45 min we use to wait.”

“The food was delicious. I had no idea how much I’ve missed Indian street food until we stumbled upon this food truck while visiting Austin.”

“This was my 2nd visit and the experience was as excellent as it was when I had been there a few months back.”

“The food was always fresh and delicious, and I really appreciate that they offer vegan friendly options.”

“Parking is a bit scarce though recommend parking on El Paso st. To avoid backing out into s. 1st st traffic”

“I've been going here consistently for about a year. Pizza is always phenomenal.”

“Best gluten free gf pizza I’ve ever had in my life.”

“The food is generally very good. But in my personal opinion, I feel the empanadas and tequeños are the crown jewels.”

“The empanadas are golden, crispy perfection—stuffed with flavorful fillings like cheese, beef, or chicken that hit the spot every time.”

“It took a long time for the order to come out, almost 1 hour, but as for their gastronomy, everything was 100 out of 100.”

“Food was delicious. We ordered Salt and Pepper Wings, Catfish, and shrimp and theu were seasoned perfectly.”

“The prices are in a similar range of somewhere like Pappadeaux, Saltt's food beating them by miles makes going here a no brainer.”

“Austin’s Very Own Saltt is in the strip center across from Walmart off Burnet Road @ Anderson, so easy to miss.”

“This is my new go to for a quick and delicious meal! The staff is friendly and attentive and offered us coffee while we waited.”

“Place well kept and clean , loved the original homemade food, specially the lentil soup was delicious 🥰”

“The owners were very gracious and offered samples of lentils soup and dessert. Both were delicious!!”

“The live music created such a fun, laid back vibe and the food was delicious.”

“Rick Garcia runs the joint takes the time to sit down and talk to every person who comes.”

“Lulu is always a great server and the manager Rick always makes an appearance to say Hi.”

“Great service, the atmosphere is great along with awesome music and food was absolutely amazing”

“Mariam, the atmosphere, and all of the staff are just as amazing as the food!”

“The vibe really reflects rich Ethiopian culture the decor and displays make it feel warm, authentic, and homey.”

“Desiree is the best ever!!! She was incredibly friendly, patient, and kind and made my experience great”

“The brisket, turkey, and pulled pork were delicious, as always, and we had a wonderful time.”

“She helped us choose what kind of meat to buy and it did not disappoint, food was excellent!”

“Best chicken tenders and fried fish! I literally have to drive 6 miles just to get to them, but it’s totally worth it.”

“This specific Chicken Express location is the best. If I go to any other location it's just not as good. Super consistent with the food.”

“Daniel is amazing and a great addition to this location ! Very professional and the food is always amazing”

“The chicken is out of this world ( juicy, flavorful) oh and please don’t get me started on the beef stir.”

“The manager asked me how my food was, the chicken meal, and I said “It was …”

“Called ahead to ask about a guest's serious allergy. They said they had plenty of options. Asked when ordering if that food could be made with zero of that food.”

“Veggie burger is one of the best fast foods ones I have had.”

“Conveniently located between an off-ramp and an on-ramp to 183, off the 183S service road between Oak Knoll and Duval.”

“After getting an incorrect burger at another location, I stopped here to get it fixed as that’s a normal course of action for most franchises.”

“The fish was tender, the rice was perfect temp, the flavors were excellent.”

“I’ve been to Tancho twice and have loved it both times.”

“Incredible value for quality! Fish was very fresh and delicious.”

“Rick was the BEST server i have ever had, was knowledgable on gluten free options and made our dining experience one of a kind”

“I had the loaded tater tots and my partner had the chicken sandwich and both were delicious!”

“Rick was an amazing waiter. He was attentive and helpful. Continued to see if we needed anything.”

“The food here was definitely 10/10. Everything we ate was delicious, but the crab/scallop fried rice was the best part!”

“Best value sushi in central Austin. I’ve been going for happy hour for 10 years and it always delivers solid quality for a great price.”

“We went and they had all day happy hour so the bill was really affordable. Great experience!!”

“Absolutely delicious breakfast (we got the Gloria, and a biscuit with peach jam) and loved them both.”

“My suggestion is to put brick down or something. Other than that I would recommend this place!”

“Excellent food trailer, top quality biscuits and gravy with lots of vegan and vegetarian options.”

“The manager Marissa and the general manager Crystal really make sure that Tony C's provides a fantastic and welcoming family dining experience.”

“I always get the 16 inch pizza with roasted garlic, goat cheese, sun dried tomatoes and caramelized onions. Its consistently delicious every time.”

“The Primo pizza with adding ricotta was the best pizza I've ever had and I've been in Italy.”

“James was an amazing and attentive server that help guide me through the menu to help perfect my order!”

“Savannah provided some of the best service we’ve ever experienced! She was knowledgeable, attentive, and carried herself like someone who truly takes pride in the place.”

“The BBQ enchiladas are Amazing!!let's in your mouth so delicious 😋 worth trying?”

“Always quiet, cool and fresh smelling in here. The employees were fantastic, kind and fast.”

“The owner of this franchise has assembled an amazing team of preparers.”

“The atmosphere goes, there's much to say. The service was great 👍. Very helpful and they answered any questions.”

“Fluffy, delicious pancakes that were perfectly cooked and not too sweet. Great texture, great taste, and a very satisfying breakfast.”

“The Apple baked pancake was the way to go. Served us a beautiful, glistening, huge Apple pancake that was very fresh.”

“Always a Hot and Delicious Breakfast 😋 served by a Warm and Friendly Staff!! 🤩🤩”

“It was a very family oriented restaurant, everyone from the host to the kind serves were amazing and have personality !!”

“Best krab rangoons I’ve had in a long time. Big, crunchy, fluffy, and stuffed full.”

“One of my favorite no frills spots. Great service, great food, generous portions.”

“Gama is the absolute best waiter at El Mercado on Burnet Rd.! He always makes me feel special when he sees me, greeting me with a hug.”

“Ask for Nancy!! She is wonderful!! Knowledgeable about the menu.”

“It has a great happy hour menu of small meals and drink discounts, which lasts from 3 to close on Mondays.”

“The food was just fantastic. It’s like discovering my favorite food even though I already knew I liked it.”

“High energy spot for pre-game and game watch with limited menu options and walk up service to accommodate large crowds.”

“However, I'm giving Sholz 4 stars overall instead of 5 because of a small incident that happened yesterday prior to the ELO concert.”

“Located behind a gas station, this unassuming BBQ place serves some of the best meats I have ever tasted in Texas.”

“Great place for some quick BBQ. Worth trying and the sides are what make this place even better.”

“The lunch room and patio was quite full at noon; although, there was no wait to order food.”

“Think El Pollo Rico mixed with taco Palenque best of both worlds”

“Abigail served us and she was quick and friendly. Food is great and just as important the restrooms and dining room were spotless.”

“I bit into small hard chicken bones three times. Thanks to God I didn't break my teeth.”

“This place is fantastic!!! The prices are so low and for the service, atmosphere and great tasting food! You can’t beat that anywhere in Austin!”

“Easy to seat large crowds in a come and go basis so excellent for meetups and happy hours, or a quick delicious lunch for two inside the back bar.”

“I’ve been here a couple of times and kept thinking about the olive bread. Finally came back for it and can confidently say it’s the best I’ve ever had.”

“Still the best breakfast in Mullingar in my humble opinion. The service excellent, food is tasty and the menu priced very reasonable.”

“Staff are brilliant, very friendly atmosphere. Breakfasts are very good and reasonable.”

“The vegetables were cooked to death and not very hot. Meat was too dry. Won't be going back for a carvery.”

“The burrito was massive and packed with flavor. The tortilla was soft but sturdy, holding in the juicy, well-seasoned filling.”

“Our waitress did seem a little flighty and there were a couple of instances where she just tossed a bowl of salsa on to the table and disappeared.”

“Even though there was a 45 minute wait… Joaquin reassured me and made the wait worth it.”

“De nada is an amazing bar love the vibes but they need to find a new parking situation!”

“Edgar gave us the best service we could ask for. Extremely attentive, friendly, and gave great suggestions.”

“We love coming to De Nada and get excellent service, food, and drinks every time.”

“Alejandro is the best! Has me coming back for happy hour everytime. Super friendly and gets my order right everytime.”

“Cameroon the server was incredible, he went above and beyond.”

“This is the most inconsistent place in Austin. One day the burgers are decent, the next they’re a total zero.”

“The food was amazing and not too much and the portions were just right.”

“They always get my order right, which never happens at any other taco window drive through!”

“This place is everything I want in a hole in the wall Mexican food joint.”

“The first time it was excellent. Then, my wife came home with the same order a few weeks later, and we had been given brisket from the point.”

“Take your meal into the rock bar which is next door and wash your meal down with a beer in the ac.”

“The guy who took our order was extremely helpful. Told us we could go sit and he would bring us our food.”

“Sabrina was amazing! She never let our coffee cups go dry and was always there before we knew we needed anything.”

“The food was amazing and came on a timely matter. Liz was awesome and very friendly!”

“Pancakes were so good!! Yaya helped us and she was absolutely the best!!”

“Food was mid at best. The tenders were big and juicy but had no flavor whatsoever.”

“The waffles have to be the best menu item outside of the chicken.”

“This was by far the best service we've ever had since moving to the ATX area 2 years ago.”

“Casey was awesome! He recommended tacos off the secret menu. They were all amazing but our favorite.”

“Mara did a wonderful job with our large work group event, great service in making sure we got what we need,”

“The new breakfast burrito is definitely my go-to menu item!”