Highest-rated cheap eats in Raleigh, according to Tripadvisor

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July 22, 2022
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Highest-rated cheap eats in Raleigh, according to Tripadvisor

With the advent of Big Data, it's easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food—particularly easy, cheap eats—Americans have very specific opinions. Dining brands in U.S. have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, American restaurants offer something for almost everyone.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest rated restaurants in Raleigh that are listed as "cheap eats" on Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Easy, inexpensive options here run the gamut of cuisine, service options, and styles. The restaurants on this list are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of deliciousness.

Anyone reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if any of your favorite cheap eateries made the list.

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#29. Soo Cafe

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (55 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Asian, Korean
- Address: 2815 Brentwood Rd, Raleigh, NC 27604-3225
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#28. Taza Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (51 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mediterranean, Greek
- Address: 10940 Raven Ridge Rd #108, Raleigh, NC 27614-6610
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#27. Cloo's Coney Island Hot Dogs

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (53 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 2233 Avent Ferry Rd Ste 102, Raleigh, NC 27606-2138
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#26. Rise Cameron Village

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (37 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
- Address: 530 Daniels St Cameron Village, Raleigh, NC 27605
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#25. Taza Grill

- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (27 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mediterranean
- Address: 6325 Falls of Neuse Rd Suite 19, Raleigh, NC 27615-6877
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#24. Benelux Coffee

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (59 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Coffee & Tea, Cafe
- Address: 402 Oberlin Rd Suite 118, Raleigh, NC 27605-1476
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#23. Slice Of NY pizza

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (58 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (2.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Address: 8301 Brier Creek Pkwy, Raleigh, NC 27617-7326
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#22. Treat Ice Cream Scoop Shop

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (52 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
- Address: 305 S Blount St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1803
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#21. Yellow Dog Bread Company

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (46 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
- Address: 219 E Franklin St, Raleigh, NC 27604-1201
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#20. Mitch's Tavern

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (58 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Address: 2426 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27607-7248
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#19. The Shiny Diner

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (130 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Address: 1550 Buck Jones Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606-3356
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#18. Bakers Dozen

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (54 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
- Address: 1307 Buck Jones Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606-3328
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#17. Duck Donuts

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (48 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
- Address: 8323 Creedmoor Rd, Raleigh, NC 27613
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#16. Chubby's Tacos

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (109 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 2444 Wycliff Rd, Raleigh, NC 27607-2903
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#15. D&S Cafeteria

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (88 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Address: 1177 Buck Jones Rd, Raleigh, NC 27606-3324
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#14. Snoopy's Hot Dogs

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (118 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 600 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603-1732
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#13. The Roast Grill Hot Weiners

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (134 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Fast Food
- Address: 7 S West St, Raleigh, NC 27603-1849
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#12. Krispy Kreme

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (109 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
- Address: 549 N Person St Door-side online order pickup, Raleigh, NC 27604-1299
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#11. Char-Grill

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (145 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Fast Food
- Address: 618 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27603-1732
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#10. Pam's Farmhouse

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (131 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Address: 5111 Western Blvd, Raleigh, NC 27606-1639
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#9. Ole Time Barbecue

- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (177 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Barbecue
- Address: 6309 Hillsborough St, Raleigh, NC 27606-1148
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#8. Morning Times

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (121 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Coffee & Tea, American
- Address: 10 E Hargett St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1426
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#7. Boulted Bread

- Rating: 5.0 / 5 (59 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bakeries
- Address: 614 W South St, Raleigh, NC 27603-2120
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#6. Daily Planet Cafe

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (114 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 121 W Jones St NC Museum of Natural Sciences/Nature Research Center, Raleigh, NC 27603-1368
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#5. Mami Nora's

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (223 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Peruvian
- Address: 2401 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27608-1709
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#4. Mojoe's Burger Joint

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (157 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Address: 620 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27603-1224
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#3. Fresh Local Ice Cream

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (119 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
- Address: 6033 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27612-2601
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#2. Guasaca

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (229 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Latin
- Address: 4025 Lake Boone Trl #104, Raleigh, NC 27607-2986
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#1. Big Ed's City Market Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (733 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Address: 220 Wolfe St, Raleigh, NC 27601-1824
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