DineGuides

Cheap Eats in Southside

8 restaurants in Southside. Part of our Fort Worth Cheap Eats guide.

Hot-Spot-Gyro
#1Cheap Eats
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Hot-Spot-Gyro

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📍 2727 8th Ave

This Fort Worth spot serves up generous portions of flavorful Mediterranean street food, with many calling the gyro and shawarma dishes standouts. The owners and staff are well-regarded for their excellent friendliness and attentiveness, making diners feel like family.

🍽️94Food
💰93Value
👋95Service
70Vibe
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Owners were fantastic! I went to have lunch with a friend, it was our first time being there but it felt like Family!

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The staff was very friendly and helpful. Got the food to take home. Opened the containers and WOW. Healthy portions and tasted AMAZING.

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This is the best value for the $ I've gotten in a long time. Will definitely visit again.

Ideal for
Casual weeknight dinnerLunch with friendsTakeout
Smoke & Bone
#2Cheap Eats
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Smoke & Bone

·$$
📍 218 Bryan Ave

Smoke & Bone is a food truck operating out of Panther Island Brewery, serving up some of the most tender and flavorful BBQ in Fort Worth. The husband-and-wife team behind the truck are lauded for their genuine hospitality and dedication to their craft, making every visit feel personal. Their brisket is frequently cited as a standout, with many calling it the best they've ever had.

🍽️94Food
💰88Value
👋93Service
75Vibe
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The brisket was melt in your mouth tender and juicy. Best brisket we had on our trip and you can’t beat the value.

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The brisket was so tender and delicious. There's no competition. I have lived in Texas my whole life and I have never had brisket of this caliber.

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I eat their food at least 2-3 times a week. It taste amazing and they are so polite and sweet right across from my apts and the Panther Island Brewery.

Ideal for
Casual brewery outingBBQ loversFamily-friendly
China Express
#3Cheap Eats

China Express

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📍 2725 8th Ave

China Express is a no-frills takeout spot that packs an astonishing amount of food into every container for an unbeatable price. While the atmosphere is basic, the generous portions and consistently good flavors make it a go-to for a hearty, affordable meal.

🍽️75Food
💰95Value
👋85Service
🛡️65Safety
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The food tasted good, I recommend the Lo mein and the egg rolls, the service was good and we want to dine there next time.

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The customer service was fantastic. Both of the people in here were extremely polite.

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This place is a hole in the wall (usually the best spots ).

Ideal for
Budget-friendly mealsLarge portionsTakeout
Nopalitos Taqueria Food Truck
#4Cheap Eats

Nopalitos Taqueria Food Truck

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This vibrant food truck serves up authentic Mexican flavors, with many celebrating their barbacoa, asada, and al pastor tacos. The horchata is frequently called out as the best ever tasted. Expect friendly service and a clean, welcoming atmosphere.

🍽️90Food
💰85Value
👋85Service
🎯70Consistency
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This place is delicious! And their service is very friendly and welcoming. Definitely worth a try! The gorditas are the best!

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The cashier at the front who makes the Horchata is amazing!!! This horchata is THE BEST I HAVE EVER TASTED!!!

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The Menudo was the Bomb!!! I just found my new favorite menudo spot and can't wait to come back.

Ideal for
Authentic Mexican cravingsCasual weeknight dinner
Benito's Cocina Mexicana
#5Cheap Eats

Benito's Cocina Mexicana

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This small, family-run spot serves up authentic Mexican flavors that transport diners straight to Mexico. Portions are generous, with many dishes like the tortas and burritos being substantial enough for multiple meals. It's a place where the food is consistently delicious and the owners treat you like family.

🍽️90Food
💰90Value
👋85Service
🛡️70Safety
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The best chilaquiles and tacos around. I LOVE this place, I am there almost every week, sometimes even twice per week.

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The ladies did a phenomenal job, I was there when it got super busy but I still got my food within 10 minutes.

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It has new owners and the food is delicious and the portions are very generous; I can't wait to go back.

Ideal for
Authentic Mexican cravingsFamily-style mealsBudget-friendly dining
Burgers N Beyond BnB
#6Cheap Eats

Burgers N Beyond BnB

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This Fort Worth burger joint is a family-run operation that prioritizes making customers feel like family. They offer a wide variety of burgers and other items, with many diners highlighting the juicy patties and flavorful fries. While the location might be unassuming, the warm atmosphere and dedication to good food make it a worthwhile stop.

🍽️88Food
💰85Value
👋82Service
70Vibe
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This is my go to burger spot in fort worth i love the food and the service is amazing cozy place.

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Nice hole in the wall. Customer service was amazing. Menu looks amazing, something for everyone. Prices are very reasonable. Will return!

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The staff is great and the food is so delicious !! This place actually needs a 10 star !! Outstanding customer service

Ideal for
Casual weeknight dinnerLate-night cravingsFamily-friendly meals
Mexican Inn Cafe
#7Cheap Eats

Mexican Inn Cafe

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📍 1625 8th Ave

This long-standing Fort Worth spot offers a comforting taste of classic Tex-Mex, with a lively neighborhood vibe that encourages lingering. It's a place where homemade chips and salsa are a given, and many long-time patrons return for the familiar flavors and friendly faces.

🍽️85Food
💰85Value
👋85Service
🧹65Hygiene
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Marissa, Annette, and Diane are the very best and 8th Ave food is still the best ever out of ALL Mexican Inn!

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The cheese enchiladas are delicious! The chips are hot and fresh as well as the corn tortillas.

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Cynthia is an incredible, hardworking, and wonderful server. This is our new spot. I honestly have not had this type of service in a long time.

Ideal for
Casual family mealsComfort Tex-Mex cravings
Rancherita Restaurant
#8Cheap Eats

Rancherita Restaurant

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📍 328 W Bolt St

This Fort Worth spot shines with its commitment to authentic Mexican flavors, particularly its handmade tortillas that are a consistent highlight. While many celebrate the friendly service and family-like atmosphere, some recent reception suggests a dip in consistency and longer waits.

🍽️82Food
💰85Value
👋78Service
🔊55Noise
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The menudo was super flavorful with a spicy kick and tortillas were homemade. Best menudo we’ve had in years.

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Great atmosphere! Reminded me of our family visits to Mexico, food and staff was fantastic!!!

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This is an authentic mexican restaurant! It's under new ownership & the food was all handmade and amazing!

Ideal for
Authentic Mexican cravingsFamily meals
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