Highest-rated cheap eats in Boise by diners

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July 22, 2022
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Highest-rated cheap eats in Boise 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 Boise 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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Guido's Original New York Style Pizza Downtown

#28. Guido's Original New York Style Pizza Downtown

- Rating: 4.2/5 (358 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 235 North 5th St. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Salad
- Read more on Yelp

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Mongolian of Eagle

#27. Mongolian of Eagle

- Rating: 4.2/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 362 South Eagle Road Eagle, Idaho
- Categories: Mongolian
- Read more on Yelp

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The Kilted Kod

#26. The Kilted Kod

- Rating: 4.2/5 (111 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Seafood, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

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Mongolian Bistro

#25. Mongolian Bistro

- Rating: 4.2/5 (48 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5234 West Overland Road Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Chinese, Mongolian
- Read more on Yelp

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Tin Roof Tacos

#24. Tin Roof Tacos

- Rating: 4.2/5 (719 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 115 South Broadway Ave. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Tacos
- Read more on Yelp

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Burger Belly

#23. Burger Belly

- Rating: 4.2/5 (116 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1079 Broadway Ave. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Burgers
- Read more on Yelp

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Campos Market

#22. Campos Market

- Rating: 4.2/5 (90 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 413 North Orchard St. Boise City, Idaho
- Categories: Mexican, Grocery
- Read more on Yelp

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Java Downtown

#21. Java Downtown

- Rating: 4.2/5 (125 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 223 North 6th St. Ste 110 Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, American
- Read more on Yelp

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Off Broadway Deli

#20. Off Broadway Deli

- Rating: 4.3/5 (91 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3369 South Federal Way Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Delis, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

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Deli George

#19. Deli George

- Rating: 4.3/5 (223 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1114 Front St. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Delis, Sandwiches, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

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Java

#18. Java

- Rating: 4.3/5 (108 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1612 North 13th St. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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Trà Boba Milk Tea Cafe

#17. Trà Boba Milk Tea Cafe

- Rating: 4.3/5 (73 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1480 South Entertainment Ave. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Bubble Tea, Coffee & Tea, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

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High Note

#16. High Note

- Rating: 4.3/5 (213 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 225 North 5th St. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch, Vegan
- Read more on Yelp

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Carniceria Coalcoman

#15. Carniceria Coalcoman

- Rating: 4.4/5 (101 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5234 West Fairview Ave. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

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Coned Pizza

#14. Coned Pizza

- Rating: 4.4/5 (117 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2976 East Overland Road Ste 110 Meridian, Idaho
- Categories: Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

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Sushi Shack

#13. Sushi Shack

- Rating: 4.4/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 77 East Idaho Ave. Meridian, Idaho
- Categories: Caterers, Food Trucks, Sushi Bars
- Read more on Yelp

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Great Harvest Bread Co

#12. Great Harvest Bread Co

- Rating: 4.4/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5608 West Fairview Ave. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Bakeries, Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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Soup Kettle Grille

#11. Soup Kettle Grille

- Rating: 4.5/5 (273 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3675 East Overland Meridian, Idaho
- Categories: Soup, Sandwiches, American
- Read more on Yelp

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El Chavo Taqueria

#10. El Chavo Taqueria

- Rating: 4.5/5 (91 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2915 West Overland Road Ste 0 Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Food Trucks, Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

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Gils K9 Bar

#9. Gils K9 Bar

- Rating: 4.5/5 (67 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2506 West Main St. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Sports Bars, Breakfast & Brunch, American
- Read more on Yelp

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San Francisco Sourdough Eatery

#8. San Francisco Sourdough Eatery

- Rating: 4.5/5 (129 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2044 South Eagle Road Meridian, Idaho
- Categories: Soup, Sandwiches, Salad
- Read more on Yelp

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Freedom Bagel Bakery

#7. Freedom Bagel Bakery

- Rating: 4.5/5 (96 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2847 North Eagle Road Ste 100 Meridian, Idaho
- Categories: Bagels, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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The Flicks: Rick's Cafe Americain

#6. The Flicks: Rick's Cafe Americain

- Rating: 4.6/5 (65 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 646 West Fulton St. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Cinema, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

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Lorena's Mexican Grill

#5. Lorena's Mexican Grill

- Rating: 4.6/5 (100 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 9110 West Fairview Ave. Boise City, Idaho
- Categories: Mexican, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

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Taco Veloz

#4. Taco Veloz

- Rating: 4.7/5 (37 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6910 West Fairview Ave. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Mexican, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

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Tango's Subs and Empanadas

#3. Tango's Subs and Empanadas

- Rating: 4.8/5 (613 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 701 North Orchard St. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Argentine, Empanadas
- Read more on Yelp

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Bronco Tacos

#2. Bronco Tacos

- Rating: 4.9/5 (51 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2455 Broadway Ave. Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Food Trucks, Tacos
- Read more on Yelp

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Scotty's Hot Dogs

#1. Scotty's Hot Dogs

- Rating: 5.0/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Boise, Idaho
- Categories: Food Trucks, Hot Dogs
- 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.

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