Highest-rated cheap eats in Newark 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 Newark 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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Nick's Restaurant

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#30. Nick's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.6/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 402 Communipaw Ave. Jersey City, New Jersey
- Categories: Cafes, Diners
- Read more on Yelp

Track 5 Coffee

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#29. Track 5 Coffee

- Rating: 4.6/5 (471 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5 Eastman St. Cranford, New Jersey
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Desserts, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

Caffe Espresso Italia

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#28. Caffe Espresso Italia

- Rating: 4.6/5 (49 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 310 Adams St. Newark, New Jersey
- Categories: Italian, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

Rombiolo

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#27. Rombiolo

- Rating: 4.6/5 (101 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 119 Broughton Ave. Blm, New Jersey
- Categories: Bakeries, Cafes, Argentine
- Read more on Yelp

Agamies

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#26. Agamies

- Rating: 4.6/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 62 Market St. Clifton, New Jersey
- Categories: Delis, Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

Rizzo's Bakery

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#25. Rizzo's Bakery

- Rating: 4.6/5 (151 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 208 Central Ave. Jersey City, New Jersey
- Categories: Bakeries, Italian, Pizza
- Read more on Yelp

Taqueria Brenda Lee

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#24. Taqueria Brenda Lee

- Rating: 4.7/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 359 Monroe St. Passaic, New Jersey
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

Snapdragon Coffee & Social

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#23. Snapdragon Coffee & Social

- Rating: 4.7/5 (151 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 190 Monticello Ave. Jersey City, New Jersey
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Venues & Event Spaces, Themed Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

Paraiso Cocina Dominicana

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#22. Paraiso Cocina Dominicana

- Rating: 4.7/5 (51 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 25 William St. Montclair, New Jersey
- Categories: Dominican
- Read more on Yelp

Cappelluti's Deli

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#21. Cappelluti's Deli

- Rating: 4.7/5 (43 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 278 Belleville Tpke Kearny, New Jersey
- Categories: Delis
- Read more on Yelp

Terry's Cozy Corner

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#20. Terry's Cozy Corner

- Rating: 4.7/5 (40 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 200 Ridge Road Lyndhurst, New Jersey
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

Wheelie Good Pierogi

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#19. Wheelie Good Pierogi

- Rating: 4.7/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1580 Irving St. Rahway, New Jersey
- Categories: Polish, Comfort Food
- Read more on Yelp

No Forks Given

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#18. No Forks Given

- Rating: 4.7/5 (113 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 115 Brunswick St. Jersey City, New Jersey
- Categories: Food Trucks, Sandwiches, Cheesesteaks
- Read more on Yelp

Dixon Deli

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#17. Dixon Deli

- Rating: 4.7/5 (49 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 358 Varick St. Jersey City, New Jersey
- Categories: Delis
- Read more on Yelp

American Melts

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#16. American Melts

- Rating: 4.7/5 (188 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 515 Springfield Road Kenilworth, New Jersey
- Categories: Sandwiches, Food Stands, American
- Read more on Yelp

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Giovanni's Salumeria

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#15. Giovanni's Salumeria

- Rating: 4.7/5 (169 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 666 Broadway Bayonne, New Jersey
- Categories: Italian, Delis, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

Terranova Deli

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#14. Terranova Deli

- Rating: 4.7/5 (45 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 928 Summit Ave. Jersey City, New Jersey
- Categories: Delis
- Read more on Yelp

Belgiovine Delicatessen

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#13. Belgiovine Delicatessen

- Rating: 4.7/5 (215 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 714 Bloomfield Ave. Montclair, New Jersey
- Categories: Caterers, Delis
- Read more on Yelp

Appetizzio's Italian Specialties & World Market

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#12. Appetizzio's Italian Specialties & World Market

- Rating: 4.7/5 (77 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5 Ridge Road Lyndhurst, New Jersey
- Categories: Caterers, Delis, Grocery
- Read more on Yelp

Dave's Delicious Deli

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#11. Dave's Delicious Deli

- Rating: 4.7/5 (81 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 275 Bloomfield Ave. Caldwell, New Jersey
- Categories: Delis, Sandwiches, Chicken Shop
- Read more on Yelp

Jack's Cafe

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#10. Jack's Cafe

- Rating: 4.7/5 (70 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 684 Bloomfield Ave. Verona, New Jersey
- Categories: Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch, American
- Read more on Yelp

Cafe Talya

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#9. Cafe Talya

- Rating: 4.7/5 (307 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 218 Ave. B Bayonne, New Jersey
- Categories: Cafes, Mediterranean, American
- Read more on Yelp

Kurly Kürtősh Café

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#8. Kurly Kürtősh Café

- Rating: 4.8/5 (122 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 74 East Passaic Ave. Nutley, New Jersey
- Categories: Desserts, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

Wallington Deli

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#7. Wallington Deli

- Rating: 4.8/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 181 Paterson Ave. Unite 3 Wallington, New Jersey
- Categories: Delis
- Read more on Yelp

Taqueria Los Amigos VM

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#6. Taqueria Los Amigos VM

- Rating: 4.8/5 (59 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 795 Main Ave. Passaic, New Jersey
- Categories: Tacos
- Read more on Yelp

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Andrea Salumeria

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#5. Andrea Salumeria

- Rating: 4.8/5 (316 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 247 Central Ave. Apt 3 Jersey City, New Jersey
- Categories: Delis
- Read more on Yelp

DB Breakfast

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#4. DB Breakfast

- Rating: 4.8/5 (62 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4 Orient Way Rutherford, New Jersey
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

Second Street Bakery

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#3. Second Street Bakery

- Rating: 4.8/5 (256 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 402 2nd St. Jersey City, New Jersey
- Categories: Bakeries, Delis, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

Chiko's Grocery & Deli

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#2. Chiko's Grocery & Deli

- Rating: 4.8/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 400 Pacific Ave. Jersey City, New Jersey
- Categories: Grocery, Delis
- Read more on Yelp

Snack Mania Brazilian Delights

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#1. Snack Mania Brazilian Delights

- Rating: 4.9/5 (33 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1091 Alina St. Elizabeth, New Jersey
- Categories: Brazilian, Acai Bowls, Empanadas
- 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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