Foods of India
1 / 30#30. Foods of India
- Rating: 4.2/5 (93 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1143 Broadway St. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Indian
- Read more on Yelp
Highest-rated cheap eats in Ann Arbor by diners
Americans spend a lot of money on eating out—in 2024, that totaled $1.54 trillion, or nearly 59% of all food spending. So, it's only natural to want the best bang for your restaurant dollar.
Value has become a key component of what diners look for when they eat out, with more than 7 in 10 consumers eyeing menus for value meals. At the same time, many diners also look for something new and exciting, hoping to sample new flavors or food with ingredients that are too expensive to make at home.
Many ethnic cuisines also provide a lot of value because they aren't as expensive to produce. Many Mexican dishes fall into this category because tortillas are cheaper to produce than bread. Many Asian cuisines, including Chinese, Filipino, and Cambodian food, also rely on low-cost ingredients and simple food preparation techniques.
Food trucks and street food vendors also offer cheaper food, thanks to lower overhead costs. Their limited menus typically focus on one type of food, allowing them to simplify purchasing and pass the savings on in the form of lower prices.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated cheap eats restaurants within 10 kilometers of the Ann Arbor area using data from Yelp. Data is as of Aug. 8, 2025. Businesses were selected using Yelp's ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only businesses with at least 20 reviews were considered, and a cost of "$" (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.
Tmaz Taqueria
2 / 30#29. Tmaz Taqueria
- Rating: 4.2/5 (474 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3182 Packard St. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp
KOSMO'S Bop Shop
3 / 30#28. KOSMO'S Bop Shop
- Rating: 4.2/5 (86 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 308 South Ashley St. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Korean
- Read more on Yelp
Once-Upon A Grill
4 / 30#27. Once-Upon A Grill
- Rating: 4.2/5 (132 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3148 Packard Road Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Indian, Mediterranean, Halal
- Read more on Yelp
Grand Traverse Pie Company
5 / 30#26. Grand Traverse Pie Company
- Rating: 4.2/5 (127 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 291 North Zeeb Road Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Sandwiches, Salad, Soup
- Read more on Yelp
Brewed Awakenings Cafe
6 / 30#25. Brewed Awakenings Cafe
- Rating: 4.2/5 (73 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7025 East Michigan Ave. Ste M Saline, Michigan
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp
Chela's
7 / 30#24. Chela's
- Rating: 4.2/5 (476 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 693 South Maple Road Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Mexican, Gluten-Free
- Read more on Yelp
Impasto - Italian Inspired Wraps
8 / 30#23. Impasto - Italian Inspired Wraps
- Rating: 4.3/5 (39 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: Detroit, Michigan
- Categories: Food Trucks, Italian, Wraps
- Read more on Yelp
Joe's Pizza
9 / 30#22. Joe's Pizza
- Rating: 4.3/5 (216 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1107 South University Ave. Ste B Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Pizza, fast food, Italian
- Read more on Yelp
Quickly - Ann Arbor
10 / 30#21. Quickly - Ann Arbor
- Rating: 4.3/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1220 South University Ave. Ste 100 Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Bubble Tea, Juice Bars & Smoothies, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp
Speedys Big Burgers
11 / 30#20. Speedys Big Burgers
- Rating: 4.3/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 10 North Adams St. Ypsilanti, Michigan
- Categories: Burgers, Diners
- Read more on Yelp
Le Dog
12 / 30#19. Le Dog
- Rating: 4.3/5 (90 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 306 South Main St. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Hot Dogs, Food Stands, Soup
- Read more on Yelp
Izzy's Hoagie Shop
13 / 30#18. Izzy's Hoagie Shop
- Rating: 4.3/5 (103 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1924 West Stadium Blvd. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Sandwiches, Cheesesteaks, Salad
- Read more on Yelp
Broadway Cafe & Hoagie
14 / 30#17. Broadway Cafe & Hoagie
- Rating: 4.3/5 (147 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1139 Broadway St. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Korean, Sandwiches, Cheesesteaks
- Read more on Yelp
Mo P's
15 / 30#16. Mo P's
- Rating: 4.4/5 (40 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2071 Golfside Road Ypsilanti, Michigan
- Categories: Soul Food, Chicken Wings, Southern
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Dimo's Deli and Donuts
16 / 30#15. Dimo's Deli and Donuts
- Rating: 4.4/5 (267 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2030 West Stadium Blvd. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Delis, Donuts
- Read more on Yelp
Tasty Bakery
17 / 30#14. Tasty Bakery
- Rating: 4.4/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 416 West Huron St. Ste 24 Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Bakeries, Gluten-Free, Vegan
- Read more on Yelp
Star's Cafe
18 / 30#13. Star's Cafe
- Rating: 4.4/5 (195 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2575 Jackson Ave. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Middle Eastern, Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp
The Jefferson Market
19 / 30#12. The Jefferson Market
- Rating: 4.5/5 (152 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 609 West Jefferson St. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Salad, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
Cinnaholic
20 / 30#11. Cinnaholic
- Rating: 4.5/5 (83 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 121 East Liberty St. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Vegan
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What's In Your Cup Cafe
21 / 30#10. What's In Your Cup Cafe
- Rating: 4.5/5 (95 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1816 Whittaker Road Ypsilanti, Michigan
- Categories: Juice Bars & Smoothies, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp
The Lunch Room - Bakery & Cafe
22 / 30#9. The Lunch Room - Bakery & Cafe
- Rating: 4.5/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2200 Fuller Court Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Bakeries, Cafes, Beverage Store
- Read more on Yelp
RoosRoast Liberty
23 / 30#8. RoosRoast Liberty
- Rating: 4.5/5 (159 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 117 East Liberty St. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Cafes, Coffee Roasteries, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
Pilar's Tamales
24 / 30#7. Pilar's Tamales
- Rating: 4.5/5 (194 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2261 West Liberty St. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Latin American
- Read more on Yelp
La Torre Taqueria
25 / 30#6. La Torre Taqueria
- Rating: 4.6/5 (204 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1525 Washtenaw Ave. Ypsilanti, Michigan
- Categories: Mexican
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Miny's Mexican Restaurant
26 / 30#5. Miny's Mexican Restaurant
- Rating: 4.6/5 (171 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2866 Washtenaw Road Ypsilanti, Michigan
- Categories: Tacos
- Read more on Yelp
Aladdin's Market
27 / 30#4. Aladdin's Market
- Rating: 4.6/5 (24 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3188 Packard St. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Imported Food, Halal, Butcher
- Read more on Yelp
Antonio's Coney Island
28 / 30#3. Antonio's Coney Island
- Rating: 4.6/5 (153 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2896 Washtenaw Road Ypsilanti, Michigan
- Categories: American, Diners, Honduran
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Pita King
29 / 30#2. Pita King
- Rating: 4.6/5 (83 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2412 East Stadium Blvd. Ann Arbor, Michigan
- Categories: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern
- Read more on Yelp
Encuentro Latino
30 / 30#1. Encuentro Latino
- Rating: 4.7/5 (137 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 228 West Michigan Ave. Ypsilanti, Michigan
- Categories: Latin American, Breakfast & Brunch
- 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.
