Highest-rated cheap eats in Savannah 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 Savannah 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.

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Tokyo Cafe

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#28. Tokyo Cafe

- Rating: 4.0/5 (41 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 11709 Largo Drive Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars, Chinese
- Read more on Yelp

Art's

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#27. Art's

- Rating: 4.1/5 (58 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 345 Bull St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Themed Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

Egg Roll King

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#26. Egg Roll King

- Rating: 4.1/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1314 Montgomery St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Chinese, Noodles, Soup
- Read more on Yelp

Panaderia La Canasta

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#25. Panaderia La Canasta

- Rating: 4.2/5 (42 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1545 East Montgomery X Road Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

The Midtown Deli & Bagel Shop

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#24. The Midtown Deli & Bagel Shop

- Rating: 4.2/5 (192 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7805 Abercorn St. Ste 18 Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Bagels, American
- Read more on Yelp

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Savannah Coffee Roasters

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#23. Savannah Coffee Roasters

- Rating: 4.2/5 (788 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 215 West Liberty St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bakeries, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

Loc's Chicken & Waffles - Southside

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#22. Loc's Chicken & Waffles - Southside

- Rating: 4.2/5 (138 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 13051 Abercorn St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Waffles, Chicken Wings
- Read more on Yelp

Wet Willies City Market

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#21. Wet Willies City Market

- Rating: 4.2/5 (191 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 20 Jefferson St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bars, American
- Read more on Yelp

Yia Yia Kitchen

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#20. Yia Yia Kitchen

- Rating: 4.2/5 (119 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3113 Habersham St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bakeries, Greek
- Read more on Yelp

Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken

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#19. Rise Southern Biscuits & Righteous Chicken

- Rating: 4.3/5 (435 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 10 West Broughton St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Southern, Chicken Shop
- Read more on Yelp

Goose Feathers Cafe & Bakery

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#18. Goose Feathers Cafe & Bakery

- Rating: 4.3/5 (1888 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 39 Barnard St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Bakeries, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

Seafoodlicious

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#17. Seafoodlicious

- Rating: 4.3/5 (137 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4435 Skidaway Road Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Seafood Markets, Seafood
- Read more on Yelp

Larry's Giant Subs

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#16. Larry's Giant Subs

- Rating: 4.3/5 (77 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7805 Abercorn St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch, Hot Dogs
- Read more on Yelp

Al Salaam Deli

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#15. Al Salaam Deli

- Rating: 4.4/5 (194 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2311 Habersham St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Middle Eastern
- Read more on Yelp

Savannah Fried Chicken

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#14. Savannah Fried Chicken

- Rating: 4.4/5 (51 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2108 Bona Bella Ave. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Chicken Wings
- Read more on Yelp

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Roly Poly

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#13. Roly Poly

- Rating: 4.4/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 114 Barnard St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Fast food
- Read more on Yelp

Randy's Bar-B-Q

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#12. Randy's Bar-B-Q

- Rating: 4.5/5 (91 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 750 Wheaton St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

La Salsa Fresh Mexican Grill

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#11. La Salsa Fresh Mexican Grill

- Rating: 4.5/5 (20 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 147 Main St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Tacos
- Read more on Yelp

Masada Cafe at the United House of Prayer

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#10. Masada Cafe at the United House of Prayer

- Rating: 4.6/5 (40 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2301 West Bay St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Southern
- Read more on Yelp

Sly's Sliders and Fries

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#9. Sly's Sliders and Fries

- Rating: 4.6/5 (652 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1710 Abercorn St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Comfort Food, Burgers, Hot Dogs
- Read more on Yelp

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Amigo's Taqueria

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#8. Amigo's Taqueria

- Rating: 4.6/5 (66 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 12333 Largo Drive Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

Tricks BBQ

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#7. Tricks BBQ

- Rating: 4.6/5 (81 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1902 West Bay St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

Pupuseria salvadoreña las Veronica's

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#6. Pupuseria salvadoreña las Veronica's

- Rating: 4.6/5 (28 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 109 Minus Ave. Garden City, Georgia
- Categories: Salvadoran
- Read more on Yelp

Munchie's BBQ & Subs

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#5. Munchie's BBQ & Subs

- Rating: 4.7/5 (53 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2110 B Montgomery St. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp

Chef Charlotte's Confections

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#4. Chef Charlotte's Confections

- Rating: 4.8/5 (20 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 140 Johnny Mercer Blvd. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Bakeries, Delis, Gluten-Free
- Read more on Yelp

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Pupuseria Jireh

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#3. Pupuseria Jireh

- Rating: 4.8/5 (41 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 309 Main St. Garden City, Georgia
- Categories: Salvadoran
- Read more on Yelp

Savannah Filipino Authentic Cuisine

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#2. Savannah Filipino Authentic Cuisine

- Rating: 4.8/5 (98 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5515 Waters Ave. Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Filipino
- Read more on Yelp

Taqueria El San Luis

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#1. Taqueria El San Luis

- Rating: 4.9/5 (107 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7094 Hodgson Memorial Drive Savannah, Georgia
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Tacos
- 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.