Highest-rated cheap eats in Florence by diners

Americans spend a lot of money on eating out—in 2024, that totaled $1.54 trillion, or nearly 59% of all food spending. So, it's only natural to want the best bang for your restaurant dollar.

Value has become a key component of what diners look for when they eat out, with more than 7 in 10 consumers eyeing menus for value meals. At the same time, many diners also look for something new and exciting, hoping to sample new flavors or food with ingredients that are too expensive to make at home.

Many ethnic cuisines also provide a lot of value because they aren't as expensive to produce. Many Mexican dishes fall into this category because tortillas are cheaper to produce than bread. Many Asian cuisines, including Chinese, Filipino, and Cambodian food, also rely on low-cost ingredients and simple food preparation techniques.

Food trucks and street food vendors also offer cheaper food, thanks to lower overhead costs. Their limited menus typically focus on one type of food, allowing them to simplify purchasing and pass the savings on in the form of lower prices.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated cheap eats restaurants within 10 kilometers of the Florence area using data from Yelp. Data is as of Aug. 8, 2025. Businesses were selected using Yelp's ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only businesses with at least 20 reviews were considered, and a cost of "$" (out of 4) were considered. Also, in an effort to highlight independent businesses and local chains, those with more than five locations nationally, based on the Yelp data, were not included.

Rancho Viejo

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#28. Rancho Viejo

- Rating: 2.7/5 (20 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3402 Woodward Ave. Muscle Shoals, Alabama
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

FloBama Restaurant

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#27. FloBama Restaurant

- Rating: 2.9/5 (32 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 311 North Court St. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Music Venues, Barbecue, American
- Read more on Yelp

Rick's Barbecue - Florence

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#26. Rick's Barbecue - Florence

- Rating: 2.9/5 (41 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 212 Cox Creek Pkwy Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue, Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

Momma Goldberg's Deli

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#25. Momma Goldberg's Deli

- Rating: 3.3/5 (24 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1500 Woodward Ave. Muscle Shoals, Alabama
- Categories: Delis, Burgers, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

Casa Mexicana

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#24. Casa Mexicana

- Rating: 3.3/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2801 Mall Drive Ste 3 Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

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Evergreen Chinese Buffet

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#23. Evergreen Chinese Buffet

- Rating: 3.5/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2350 Florence Blvd. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Chinese
- Read more on Yelp

Stephano's Southland

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#22. Stephano's Southland

- Rating: 3.5/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1309 South Jackson Hwy Sheffield, Alabama
- Categories: Sandwiches, Chicken Wings, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

Papa Wok

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#21. Papa Wok

- Rating: 3.6/5 (39 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2001 East Avalon Ave. Muscle Shoals, Alabama
- Categories: Asian Fusion
- Read more on Yelp

Wok 'n Roll

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#20. Wok 'n Roll

- Rating: 3.7/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 115 Edgewood Drive Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Chinese
- Read more on Yelp

Rice Box

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#19. Rice Box

- Rating: 3.8/5 (119 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1529 North Wood Ave. Seven Points Shopping Center Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Chinese
- Read more on Yelp

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Yummies Bakery

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#18. Yummies Bakery

- Rating: 3.8/5 (21 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2530-A Florence Blvd. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Delis, Bakeries, Cupcakes
- Read more on Yelp

Newbern's Restaurant

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#17. Newbern's Restaurant

- Rating: 3.9/5 (45 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3406 Florence Blvd. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Southern, Seafood
- Read more on Yelp

Momma Jeans Restaurant

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#16. Momma Jeans Restaurant

- Rating: 3.9/5 (43 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2325 Hwy 20 Tuscumbia, Alabama
- Categories: Southern, Breakfast & Brunch, American
- Read more on Yelp

Homeside Restaurant

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#15. Homeside Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0/5 (48 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3922 Cloverdale Road Florence, Alabama
- Categories: American, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

Blue Coast Burrito

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#14. Blue Coast Burrito

- Rating: 4.0/5 (41 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2887 Florence Blvd. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

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Mama Jean's Restaurant

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#13. Mama Jean's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.1/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3609 Cloverdale Road Florence, Alabama
- Categories: American
- Read more on Yelp

Dick Howell Barbeque Pit

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#12. Dick Howell Barbeque Pit

- Rating: 4.2/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1350 North Pine St. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe - Florence

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#11. Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe - Florence

- Rating: 4.2/5 (39 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 261 Cox Creek Pkwy Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Mediterranean, Greek
- Read more on Yelp

La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant

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#10. La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 4.2/5 (48 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 153 Cox Creek Pkwy South Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

Garden Gate Cafe

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#9. Garden Gate Cafe

- Rating: 4.2/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 701 Avalon Ave. Muscle Shoals, Alabama
- Categories: American
- Read more on Yelp

Rivertown Coffee

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#8. Rivertown Coffee

- Rating: 4.4/5 (102 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 117 North Seminary St. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

Champy's

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#7. Champy's

- Rating: 4.4/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1500 East 2nd St. Sheffield, Alabama
- Categories: Chicken Wings, Comfort Food, Bars
- Read more on Yelp

Trowbridge's Ice Cream and Sandwich Bar

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#6. Trowbridge's Ice Cream and Sandwich Bar

- Rating: 4.5/5 (112 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 316 North Court St. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Sandwiches, Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Desserts
- Read more on Yelp

The Chicago Cafe

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#5. The Chicago Cafe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 106 East Mobile St. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Hot Dogs, Pizza, New American
- Read more on Yelp

Bunyan's BBQ

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#4. Bunyan's BBQ

- Rating: 4.5/5 (89 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 901 West College St. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

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Box Car Cafe

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#3. Box Car Cafe

- Rating: 4.6/5 (20 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 220 North Nashville Ave. Sheffield, Alabama
- Categories: American, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

Mr.Hui's Chinese Restaurant

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#2. Mr.Hui's Chinese Restaurant

- Rating: 4.6/5 (44 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1218 North Pine St. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Chinese
- Read more on Yelp

Pizza Chef

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#1. Pizza Chef

- Rating: 4.7/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 857 Florence Blvd. Florence, Alabama
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Jill Jaracz, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 388 metros.