Highest-rated cheap eats in Tulsa 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 Tulsa 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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Lou's Deli

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#30. Lou's Deli

- Rating: 4.4/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 412 South Main St. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Delis
- Read more on Yelp

Topeca Coffee

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#29. Topeca Coffee

- Rating: 4.4/5 (199 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 507 South Boston Ave. Philcade bldg Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Coffee Roasteries, Cafes
- Read more on Yelp

Brookside Diner

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#28. Brookside Diner

- Rating: 4.4/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4510 South Peoria Ave. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: American
- Read more on Yelp

Kai Burmese Cuisine

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#27. Kai Burmese Cuisine

- Rating: 4.4/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6912 South Lewis Ave. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Burmese, Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

Ediblend Superfood Café

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#26. Ediblend Superfood Café

- Rating: 4.4/5 (81 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2050 Utica Sq Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Juice Bars & Smoothies, Vegan, Acai Bowls
- Read more on Yelp

Deco Deli

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#25. Deco Deli

- Rating: 4.4/5 (49 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 415 South Boston Ave. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Delis
- Read more on Yelp

Wolfey's Paradise Donuts

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#24. Wolfey's Paradise Donuts

- Rating: 4.4/5 (24 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2847 East 15th St. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Donuts, Burgers
- Read more on Yelp

Taqueria La Cabana

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#23. Taqueria La Cabana

- Rating: 4.4/5 (28 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 10301 East 51st St. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

The Flame Broiler

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#22. The Flame Broiler

- Rating: 4.4/5 (105 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5355 East 41st St. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Asian Fusion, fast food
- Read more on Yelp

Senor Fajitas

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#21. Senor Fajitas

- Rating: 4.4/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4421 South Mingo Road Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

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Hugo's Family Restaurant

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#20. Hugo's Family Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (61 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 543 West Main St. Jenks, Oklahoma
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, American
- Read more on Yelp

QuikTrip

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#19. QuikTrip

- Rating: 4.5/5 (69 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6008 South 49th West Ave. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Convenience Stores, Gas Stations, fast food
- Read more on Yelp

Java Doughs

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#18. Java Doughs

- Rating: 4.5/5 (30 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2164 South Sheridan Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Coffee & Tea
- Read more on Yelp

Kit's Takee-Outee

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#17. Kit's Takee-Outee

- Rating: 4.5/5 (57 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7994 South Sheridan Road Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Fast food, Chinese
- Read more on Yelp

Pollos Asados Al Carbon

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#16. Pollos Asados Al Carbon

- Rating: 4.5/5 (20 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2405 East Admiral Place Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Mexican, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

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Coney Island Original

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#15. Coney Island Original

- Rating: 4.5/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 11332 East 21st St. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: American, Hot Dogs
- Read more on Yelp

Don Justo Red Tacos

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#14. Don Justo Red Tacos

- Rating: 4.5/5 (24 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 8151 East 21st Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Food Trucks, Tacos
- Read more on Yelp

Nelson's Buffeteria

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#13. Nelson's Buffeteria

- Rating: 4.5/5 (127 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4401 South Memorial Drive Ste H Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp

The Real Taco

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#12. The Real Taco

- Rating: 4.5/5 (129 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 12603 South Memorial Drive Bixby, Oklahoma
- Categories: Tacos
- Read more on Yelp

Gyros By Ali

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#11. Gyros By Ali

- Rating: 4.6/5 (139 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 8232 South Lewis Ave. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Greek, Mediterranean, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp

Jumbo Hamburgers

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#10. Jumbo Hamburgers

- Rating: 4.6/5 (98 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6558 East 41st St. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Burgers, Salad, Mediterranean
- Read more on Yelp

Char Char

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#9. Char Char

- Rating: 4.6/5 (164 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6560 East 91st St. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

Taqueria Express

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#8. Taqueria Express

- Rating: 4.6/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1738 South Garnett Road Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp

El Arepaso Venezuelan Cafe

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#7. El Arepaso Venezuelan Cafe

- Rating: 4.6/5 (99 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 8036 South Yale Ave. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Venezuelan
- Read more on Yelp

P J's Sandwich Shoppe

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#6. P J's Sandwich Shoppe

- Rating: 4.6/5 (67 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4307 East 31st St. Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Salad, Soup, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

Viet Hot Bread

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#5. Viet Hot Bread

- Rating: 4.7/5 (104 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3151 South 129th East Ave. Ste Q Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Vietnamese, Bubble Tea, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp

Morning Glory Donuts

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#4. Morning Glory Donuts

- Rating: 4.7/5 (41 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6514 East 101st St. Ste D Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Donuts
- Read more on Yelp

Jay's Original Hoagies

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#3. Jay's Original Hoagies

- Rating: 4.7/5 (62 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 8988 South Sheridan Road Ste L Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Sandwiches, Food Trucks, Italian
- Read more on Yelp

Kenda's Deli and Grill

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#2. Kenda's Deli and Grill

- Rating: 4.8/5 (110 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7996 South Sheridan Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Categories: Mediterranean, Delis, Burgers
- Read more on Yelp

Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs

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#1. Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs

- Rating: 4.9/5 (43 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 8222 East 103rd St. Ste 108 Bixby, Oklahoma
- Categories: Sandwiches, Delis
- 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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