Best Cheap Eats in Phoenix

“Best Mexican food in Phoenix. Better than anywhere else. Best tortas, best burritos, best carne asada. Best everything.”

“The staff is so lovely and the food is made to order and delicious as hell, with more options than some other places (hell yes Cabeza). Highly recommend!”

“Food and horchata was so delicious!!! Great service, everything came out in less than 5 minutes!”

“This might be the best food truck in our gallexy. Could be the first food truck to receive a Michelin Star, it’s that good.”

“The best burnt ends I have ever had. This place is awesome we can’t wait for them to come back out to Surprise AZ.”

“SERVICE from a food truck. Staff is so rare at restaurants, unheard of at a food truck. Excellent people, better food.”

“I have been to Mid East Eats a couple of times and each visit the food and service have been amazing.”

“This place was beyond belief delicious! I had the Chicken Kabob Pita and my husband had a Gyro Sandwich.”

“Our waitress, Sweety, was amazing—so kind, warm, and attentive. She truly made us feel like family and went out of her way to make sure we had everything we needed.”

“The food itself was heavenly. The fries were delicious, cooked extremely well. The rib fell off the bone and had a delightful flavor.”

“Service couldn't be better. Julie, the co owner was so helpful when I asked questions and came by several times during our meal to make sure everything was perfect.”

“Wonderful to sit outside and listen to live music while having a drink and some food.”

“The food here is always a! Portions are always generous, and you can taste the quality.”

“BEST FOOD EVER!! You can taste the authenticity. It’s always super hot & has so much flavor!”

“Spectacular, spectacular, spectacular Little food truck outside of a Baptist Church and it is incredible …”

“This is a simple family owned place. One of our family's favorite places to eat. The owner is so nice.”

“Always amazing food! Great service! Mom and pop owned restaurant, never had a bad meal here.”

“This is the best gyro place I've ever been to. Very authentic!”

“Phillip is the best and why we come back to kodo monthly to see him!! All of their roles are fantastic and fresh!!”

“Casual environment which is perfect for when you want delicious sushi but don't want to get dressed up.”

“The sushi was fantastic, remarkably fresh, beautifully prepared, and packed with flavor in every bite.”

“Legitimately the best food in the valley. Highly recommend the barbacoa tacos, they are so good that they bring tears to my eyes.”

“The food was amazing! José was a great host. We had a great experience, had great food and had some laughs.”

“The service and the food are both excellent. The owner is very attentive, friendly, and welcoming without being overbearing, which makes for a really …”

“Beef yakisoba and tempura udon was the best we’ve ever tasted, and the staff was so welcoming and attentive.”

“Absolutely delicious and fresh sushi! Got the Lava Roll, Vegas Roll, Sun-kissed Roll, all so great!”

“Terrific service. Restaurant was clean with lots of light with easy access in and out of the parking lot by Costco.”

“I had the egg white frittata with onions, tomatoes, and mushrooms, trying to eat healthy and not expecting much. But it was delicious!!”

“The food was delicious. We got the pumpkin donut holes and they were incredible, especially with the dipping sauces.”

“Julie was amazing and so sweet! My sister and I had a great breakfast and will definitely be back.”

“The food was delicious and tasty. We had the chicken tikka and the chicken schwarma and my mouth is still watering thinking about it.”

“This food was absolutely amazing. The staff is extremely nice. The bread with the chicken and saffron is phenomenal with the side salad.”

“From the minute we walked inside we were greeted with amazing customer service. The food + sweet treats were delicious!”

“Fufu's Tacos has the best quesabirria tacos! Ive tried The Taco Spot , calitacos were mid but Fufu's hands down has the best.”

“The owners were super nice. They made the food fast and they were the best birria tacos I've ever had.”

“Destiny, the server, greeted me with excellent friendliness, making me feel right at …”

“The ramen I ordered was delicious! I also loved the Jasmine milk tea.”

“I love this place ❤️ I have tried almost half their menu since they have opened and everything has been amazing!”

“The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable, always ready to recommend the best dishes to try.”

“My mom and I wanted to try a new place and we are happy we did. This place was absolutely amazing.”

“The dining area is absolutely stunning, with a beautiful layering of reds, browns, and olive greens. Inviting and warm ambience, with great Jamaican music on the speakers.”

“Best damn jerk chicken I've had since I was in the Caribbean 50 years ago!”

“This is my most recent go to lunch spot. Love the bread. Prices are fair. Portions are large. Highly recommend”

“Best sub I have had in a long time. Try the roast beef with mushrooms and bell peppers with grilled spiced onions.”

“Family owned and operated delicious every time. Have been there several times with co workers and never disappointed.”

“Tanner was our server he is amazing the food was spectacular, we order the Submarine oysters and the Peruvian scallops absolutely deli.”

“Best salmon we’ve had in AZ! The clam chowder is the only good one we’ve found in the city.”

“Rayna's excellent service truly made our night special. She had a keen attention to detail, was incredibly patient in explaining the menu, and had a wonderful attitude throughout our meal.”

“Tai, our server, was the best! So pleasant and on top of it!!!! Give them a raise asap, THEY deserve it!!!”

“Joaquin was the best! sushi 32 has been the go to for my friend and I, the food and drinks are amazing 10/10 recommend!”

“Our waitress Evei was excellent she made sure that we had everything on our table including refilling our drinks.”

“The food was delicious, and they even brought out a little cake for me as well as a card as an early birthday celebration.”

“Veronica was absolutely amazing. We’ve been celebrating our honeymoon in Arizona for a week and this is the best service we’ve had so far!”

“The Wrigley mansion on top of a hill with an amazing view of Phoenix.”

“Everything about the restaurant was phenomenal. They don’t take reservations, but we had no problem being seated right away with our party of 5 night.”

“The flavor profiles were so thoughtful, fresh, and beautifully balanced. Everything complemented each other perfectly, and every single thing we ate and drank was absolutely delicious.”

“Eric was our waiter, and words truly can’t describe how amazing he was. You could immediately feel his passion and genuine love for both the menu and the restaurant.”

“Excellent service, great gluten free options, even the chips, which the manager brought out and they are the gluten free brand.”

“What a BEAUTIFUL SPOT!! So, I just kind of waddled in here, close to closing, and this place, its decor and ambiance TRULY stupid out.”

“Staff was attentive and helped us pick out some of their favorite dishes — which were all amazing.”

“The mofongo was garlicky, delicious and not salty. It came with lots of shrimp that she could not finish.”

“And the staff was amazing! Very nice, welcoming & happy to answer any questions.”

“The carne frita was absolutely perfect crispy on the outside, tender and full of flavor on the …”

“The best chilaquiles! The place is amazing, the girls are so nice and polite, they treat you really well and are very attentive.”

“High quality dishes for such an amazing price. Service and atmosphere is top notch. Bringing friends back with me next time.”

“Excellent service, the waitress was lovely ☺️ very attentive and friendly, and the food was delicious ✨”

“Great service, One of the best Sonora hot dogs stands I've been to in Phoenix Arizona.”

“Basically a food truck but the quality of the Sonoran dog was excellent.”

“Only downer maybe is that its close to a highway but were in Phoenix and that wont stop me from coming back.”

“This place is one of my favorite Bosnian restaurants by authenticity and by food quality.”

“Finger licking sarma, cevapi and pleskavita, yum-yum, delicious, with a very European flavor.”

“The food was phenomenal and worth trying restaurant in the phoenix area if you're looking for something authentic, and home like atmosphere.”

“The sushi tastes like it came from the ocean to my plate.I highly recommend Baked scallop Roll,Godzilla Roll, Rainbow Roll, and Gyoza Dumplings.”

“Great food reasonable prices. Best sushi ever, fast service and very pleasant servers!”

“Jin was an absolutely brilliant waitress!!! She was charismatic and charming!!”

“The ambiance was warm and inviting, with beautiful traditional decor that set the tone for a fantastic meal.”

“Fantastic and authentic food, kind service, and LOVED the vibe with the incense burning and Ethiopian music.”

“The food was delicious, and very filling! They have generous portion sizes, and a lot of options.”

“We went here for happy hour and the prices were incredible for the quality of food we got.”

“The sushi was extremely fresh, the flavors blended seamlessly and tuna on the top practically melted in your mouth”

“We liked the fact that there are no TVs and no obnoxious music playing.”

“The seafood is excellent, the place smells and looks clean from the moment you walk in, the service is great, and the seafood is top-notch!”

“Mariscos el Yori has a unique flavor! We've visited this location several times, and every dish is delicious and very generous in portions.”

“The food was delicious. The best seafood is from Sinaloa, but this was very tasty because it was from Sonora. I'm just kidding. Everything was delicious!! 10/10.”

“Kelsie was so friendly! She gave amazing service and put up with our large group !”

“Great food, great customer service! This is one of the better Denny's – highly recommend!”

“The decor is traditional Denny's. Our waitress was fantastic; great service & super welcoming!”

“Food was fast and delicious. Staff was friendly, and pricing was about what you expected in our inflated economy.”

“Service was superb. Some of the best service I have had anywhere.”

“The Monster burger with Philly meat is a family favorite …”

“The Chicago dog was perfect, also got the charbroiled cheese burger and that was exactly what I was looking for with the relish on it.”

“The owner is very kind person, and always is there, checking if everything is good with the customer's, the best hamburgers”

“This place is authentic as they come. Great service, very friendly and down to earth. The lb cheddar burger was excellent and the fries were amazing.”

“Hailey was so wonderful. We ordered 13 meals and she didn't flinch, along with helping me load our meals into our Uber for our trip.”

“What can I tell you about In-N-Out. They are by far my favorite burger joint. Very consistent always get the same quality same everything every time.”

“Amazing atmosphere that makes you feel like you time traveled back to the 1970’s or 1980’s.”

“Exactly what you hope every low-key Mexican place would be — fantastic, cheap, and fast.”

“Excellent customer service. The food is cooked fresh and the bean tostadas are so tasty.”

“Amazing food! Best breakfast burrito I’ve had and amazing service! Everyone is so kind!!!”

“Perfect for kids because they have a big TV always playing Disney movies and free refills!”

“Ghetto looking from the outside. But! It has delicious Pizza, and large portions for your money!”

“Hands down best pizza in the area very consistent and prices are great for the quality”

“This place is such a favorite. Tucked away in an area I’d never think to look for delicious food.”

“This is one of our all-time go-to Korean restaurants—and we've been back many times for a reason!”

“The food was amazing and the Banchan is so delicious!”

“Angel was amazing. Had great customer service, checked in on us the WHOLE time and went above and beyond!”

“My family and I have been coming to this IHOP for years. Today’s visit was the best experience.”

“However, the extended wait time of almost an hour was a downside to an otherwise delicious.”

“The food was absolutely phenomenal!! So fresh. The presentation was incredible. Not pictured was the golden avocado. So unique and sooo good.”

“Phenomenal! The best meal I’ve had since landing in Arizona 5 days ago and half the price.”

“This place is hands down one of my favorite hidden spots for sushi during the week.”

“Been here a few times, and it never disappoints. Perfect spot for date night or a relaxed dinner with family.”

“By far the best pizza I’ve had in a while and perhaps the best dessert I’ve ever had!”

“The patio lights make it feel extra special. Highly recommend for date night or hanging with friends!”

“Patrick and his wife were the absolute best. They are the owners and really care about their restaurant.”

“My fiancé and I love this place! Our server, Kristyn, was amazing and very attentive.”

“Emma is simply the best of the best ! We are here weekly and always excited to see her !”

“This Ahwatukee location is the best. Lots of parking and it’s in a convenient location. The service.”

“This was possible the best most laid back awaffle House I've been to!!!! My food was.”

“Our waiter was excellent and greeted us. We felt as we were at home!”

“Had the pb&j burger with sweet potato fries. Burger was cooked to perfection and the fries were salted just right. A delicious sweet and savory meal.”

“Luis was amazing! He was very knowledgeable and kind. He even gave my friends and I a taste sampler of one of the burgers and it was great!”

“You get way more than what you pay for. This place will be on my go to place every week!!”

“Most delicious authentic Mexican food I've had in AZ. Awesome pricing, very helpful- kind staff, and of course great food.”

“Green chicken enchiladas and it was delicious!! Fed my family for less than $20 and I can actually say it was worth every penny.”

“The food is full of flavor and its amazing! You need to go check it out!!”

“Excelente food and service. Thanks you Annaka. This round lady is one of the best servers I have experienced, and definitely deserves a raise.”

“This place is the best value sushi in the valley. With their constant 50% off rolls promotion, you can get good sushi for a reasonable price.”

“Some of the best sushi we've had! Super fresh and delicious sashimi. Excellent prices.”

“Delicious food and affordable. Had a little bit of everything with the Gojo Combo along with their cinnamon iced tea.”

“Customer service is EXCELLENT! I went inside to order pick up and my sister and I had a nice chat with the owner!”

“The owner is so sweet and hospitable, and the food is just so ridiculously delicious.”

“The food was delicious. Pasta is cooked just right and the sauce is very good! Also very surprised by the bread which is very tasty.”

“I loved the atmosphere. Very laid-back And since I was alone, I enjoyed watching what they had on the television.”

“Small little place in a strip mall, some homeless activity outside, however this place did not disappoint. Excellent menu, service and food!”

“My wife and I shared the Iraqi salad. That was pretty good. She ordered the chicken shawarma. She said it was the best she has ever had.”

“The food were very fresh and delicious, we liked the service and they are very friendly.”

“This Mediterranean spot is a whole vibe! The veggie plate with eggplant salad was perfection: fresh, flavorful, and beautifully simple.”

“I’ve been going to Yoshi's since I was a young lad. Their spicy chicken bowl is the best that I have ever had.”

“Jorge provided us great customer service. He was very welcoming, checked on us, and had excellent food out in record times.”

“This is more of a takeout or "come and eat quick" location where you just order at the counter and then grab a seat.”

“The food was delicious, our waiter was also the bartender and it was busy but he was on his game and was hustling.”

“So filling and delicious! For dessert the tres leche cake is a must!! It was perfectly smooth and creamy.”

“Everything was amazing and very reasonable prices. Went and happy hour margaritas were only $7.”

“This is a favorite that I was happy to stumble upon! Staff was extremely helpful, and the food was delicious!”

“Wowza! Amazing Mexican cuisine - and we’ve had LOTS of Mexican food in our lives. Everything was delicious and beautifully presented.”

“One of the best restaurants serving the most amazing, award-winning Shrimp Culichi—hands down the best dish I’ve ever tried!”

“Small food truck that is open pretty late into the night that offers some of the best Al Pastor burritos and tacos de cabeza in the area!”

“The kindest people ever run this food truck, and you are treated like family as you enjoy incredibly delicious food at a great price!”

“This spot has by far the best carne asada and the best homemade corn tortillas for street tacos.”

“I’ve admittedly never gone to Pick N Roll in person, but I order from them all the time on DoorDash and it is always consistent, delicious, and a good deal.”

“The sushi burrito is delicious! Any place that serves purple rice is great with Me :)”

“Always the best poke around. Friendly staff, great mix of flavours and ingredients seems fresh.”

“The atmosphere is so homey, the service was incredible (thanks Isley), the food portions were HUGE and so yummy.”

“Janette was our server and she was awesome. Our breakfast was hot and delicious.”

“My husband and I both had the breakfast burrito with chorizo. It could have been seasoned a little more, which was our only complaint.”

“The original gyro was phenomenal I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone weather you’ve had Greek or not reasonable prices and amazing food”

“The food was delicious!! Prices are so reasonable!! Service was fast and friendly!! Highly recommend!! Had the Original Gyro wrap and fries!!! The meat was soooo tender !!”

“The young lady at the front is very friendly to me each time I come in. My order is always accurate and the Gyro is consistently delicious.”

“Best pastrami on rye I’ve had since New York. And for such a large generous portion of pastrami, it was priced extremely well.”

“The Matzoh Ball Soup was excellent as was the Tongue sandwich with Russian. Plenty of food at a reasonable price.”

“Scott's Generations is a true gift for Deli Lovers! This deli serves the most delicious food with healthy portions.”

“The atmosphere had a laid-back, no-fuss vibe. Perfect for a quick lunch or a.”

“The restaurant was impeccably clean, and the delicious aromas promised a fantastic meal, which the amazing food absolutely confirmed.”

“The customer service is excellent, the food is cooked to perfection, and the portions are very generous.”

“The food is amazing and well worth it, the music and the size of the restaurant is very cozy.”

“I had the albondigas soup and it smells and tastes so wonderful.”

“This place was incredible. Friendliest service, clean restaurant, absolutely insanely good food.”

“Best pan/deep pizza in Phoenix. Perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned. Really great pizza shop. A real go-to!”

“The pizza was delicious and my son loved the wings. We also tried sides of the meatball and sausage to try since it was our first time.”

“I order on average once or twice a month from Raffaele's. Best local pizza place in my vicinity. Never have experiences any errors in my orders.”

“This is downtown go-to. The fish tacos are amazing. The shrimp tacos have such of amazing combination of flavors.”

“FLAVOR!!! FLAVOR!!! Oh my heavens, best shrimp tacos I’ve ever had and I’ve lived near the beaches of California!!!”

“The fish tacos are amazing. The shrimp tacos have such of amazing combination of flavors.”

“I will die on the hill that Slices is the best pizza in Arizona. Crust is 10/10.”

“2 any slices and a drink for $8. Best pre movie meal with kids at desert ridge.”

“The pizza tasted amazing and the service was good. The gluten free pizza was very good.”

“The pizza was delicious. We ordered it for a family get together and even though I don't like pizza, I had two slices!”

“This is my second time trying their pizza and man. It's amazing, the pizza taste amazing, the dough they use is tasteful, and don't get me started on their.”

“This pizza is just like the kind that I get at home! 11/10 recommend!!”

“Truly one of the best carne asada and cabeza burritos you can get in Phoenix.”

“Asado Toro Never Misses — Best Carne Asada in the Valley”

“Super nice staff and the food was great! Even got an extra side as that was how they served the burrito I purchased.”

“Great food and atmosphere. Probably the best Vegan Birria I’ve had, and their Ramen Birria was excellent as well.”

“This place is the real deal! I had my reservations over a vegan taco…but it was delicious and the red salsa had the perfect kick to it.”

“Not only were these the best vegan tacos I've had in my life, they're the best tacos I've ever had overall!”

“This was my first experience with no dedicated wait staff and everyone taking care of you. It made for an amazing experience. Highly recommended.”

“Tamara and all your fantastic hosts were very warm, friendly, and welcoming. The food was also customarily tasty.”

“This is, by far, the best breakfast I've had in the Phoenix area. No joke, it's so good that I had their food catered for my wedding.”

“This restaurant is in need of a new manager because the one they have now isn’t the best at all.”

“Absolutely the Best! The food here is incredible! I ordered the orange chicken, sweet and sour chicken, and veggie fried rice—everything was fresh, flavorful, and delicious.”

“Jimmy is amazing,and all the employees are very welcoming. The food is fantastic and always on time. The drinks are great. Service here is always at its best.”

“You get absolutely delicious food, a hefty(seems like an understatement) portion size, and it's affordable. You feel like you're getting a great deal.”

“After Covid something changed about their food. It use to be the best but now it doesn’t taste the same anymore”

“The food is always amazing I highly recommend going an eating here especially if u like a very homey atmosphere”

“If anyone reading this is looking for some tasty "Q", and you're in the area of 17 and West Bell - make time to visit this locale.”

“Chef nice guy came out checked on us while we eat , definitely will be back”

“If I can give it a Zero for the manager's attitude I will.”

“Absolutely AMAZING Pho! And their spring rolls were fantastic. The prices are amazing and it's such an authentic restaurant.”

“This was the first time I visited a "hole in the wall" Vietnamese restaurant. Not the best location.”

“Da Vang Restaurant is without a doubt the best pho we have had in all of Arizona.”

“The surf and turf burrito one of the best burritos in Arizona been coming here for 5 years still the best quality of food”

“Food is delicious, service is excellent, very friendly, attentive and on point with everything.”

“This family spot serves dishes estilo Puebla and they have a little something for everyone in the family.”

“It’s a small restaurant and I walked in an hour before closing time, but the food was delicious! Came out quickly and well priced.”

“The broth is phenomenal, fresh and flavorful. The brisket wasn’t that weird rainbow color and didn’t taste heated and cooled and reheated again, like other places do.”

“Bam in the door fast service knowledgeable staff. Excellent food clean place. Yes it deserves 5stars”

“Burrito was amazing, Along with the lady yelling though the drive thru partition. Giving the vibe you might be yelled at next.”

“The customer service is some of the best I’ve experienced in Phoenix.”

“Amazing food but take too long in the drive thru maybe because it's always fresh !”

“This is some of the best breakfast food for great prices! You get way more than you pay for here.”

“The Barbacoa omlet was the best I’ve ever had. I liked the roasted corn inside the eggs.”

“The skirt steak was so tendered cooked perfectly the eggasm was great smoked ham crepes we tried a little bit of everything the staff was amazing really nice and fast.”

“Although the counter staff were very busy, they were all smiling and had a great attitude while serving.”

“Conveniently located in a strip mall next to Little Caesar Pizza at 7th Street and Union Hill Drive”

“The restaurant's decor is minimalistic, but the space is clean and bright, which creates a welcoming atmosphere.”

“This is the best hidden spot in all of AZ for the best Asian food at a phenomenal price.”

“This favorite located in a strip mall is by far one of the best places to eat Chinese.”

“The kids were crazy about the house special fried rice and I loved it as well.”

“Everything is always very fresh! We usually start with a cucumber salad so our palates are cleansed to enjoy whichever delicious sushi you choose.”

“This is by far my number 1 favorite spot to get sushi in phoenix. The quality of the food is excellent and the prices are reasonable.”

“The atmosphere was great! Food was delicious. The shishito peppers and spicy garlic edamame were THE BEST.”

“My husband and I both agreed this was the best breakfast we have ever had. The crazy clucker was amazing!.”

“Maddie did a phenomenal job with a 17 head table. All the food came out together and water was always filled.”

“The Sausage Stack was absolutely delicious. It can almost make 3 meals. For $14.99, that’s not bad.”

“Best Thai food in Arizona! Huge portions, fresh ingredients and a staff that goes above and beyond every time.”

“This was the best wonton soup I've ever had. Huge portion, packed with white meat chicken, veggies.”

“Best Thai food in Arizona! Huge portions, fresh ingredients and a staff that goes above.”

“This place was absolutely amazing! So much excellent food at an unbelievably low price. Can't get any better than this!!”

“The pizza and salad were delicious but what was even tastier was the outstanding service.”

“Great place for pizza. All the toppings you have to choose from is delicious.”

“My burger was fantastic: the bacon was crispy, the bun was buttery and perfectly toasted, and the veggies were fresh.”

“Our waitress came by, she was nice, but my husband and I decided that we were just going to leave.”

“Night it was pretty empty, not sure how busy they would be on Fri and Sat.”

“Got the Cobb salad with grilled chicken. It was a bigger salad than I expected, very fresh and delicious!”

“Absolutely disgraceful customer service. Over a dozen drive-thru orders were completed before anyone even acknowledged a single Uber Eats order — one salad.”

“Can’t believe how expensive salad and go has become. Was worth it when salads were $5… not so much anymore.”

“This place was so delicious. I've been craving Pho for the longest time.”

“Best pho I’ve had ever since I lived in California 10 years ago.”

“I am having a bowl of Pho by 9:15 AM, how wonderful.”

“The food was absolutely great. The miso soup was delicious.”

“The restaurant was absolutely filthy, and I nearly left after walking in. The sign at the front was covered with dirt and dust.”

“Food was good both times I went. However we waited forever to order, forever to get our food, forever to get our check.”