
Highest-rated cheap eats in Corvallis by diners
Americans spend a lot of money on eating out—in 2024, that totaled $1.54 trillion, or nearly 59% of all food spending. So, it's only natural to want the best bang for your restaurant dollar.
Value has become a key component of what diners look for when they eat out, with more than 7 in 10 consumers eyeing menus for value meals. At the same time, many diners also look for something new and exciting, hoping to sample new flavors or food with ingredients that are too expensive to make at home.
Many ethnic cuisines also provide a lot of value because they aren't as expensive to produce. Many Mexican dishes fall into this category because tortillas are cheaper to produce than bread. Many Asian cuisines, including Chinese, Filipino, and Cambodian food, also rely on low-cost ingredients and simple food preparation techniques.
Food trucks and street food vendors also offer cheaper food, thanks to lower overhead costs. Their limited menus typically focus on one type of food, allowing them to simplify purchasing and pass the savings on in the form of lower prices.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated cheap eats restaurants within 10 kilometers of the Corvallis area using data from Yelp. Data is as of Aug. 8, 2025. Businesses were selected using Yelp's ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only businesses with at least 20 reviews were considered, and a cost of "$" (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.
#26. Riva's Taco Shop
- Rating: 3.3/5 (108 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 360 Northwest 5th St. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp
#25. Harrison Bar & Grill
- Rating: 3.3/5 (32 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 550 Northwest Harrison Blvd. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Pubs, Burgers
- Read more on Yelp
#24. Alley Gyros
- Rating: 3.3/5 (121 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 121 Southwest 3rd St. Alley Entrance Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Greek
- Read more on Yelp
#23. American Dream Pizza
- Rating: 3.3/5 (287 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2525 Northwest Monroe Ave. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Pizza, Italian, Gluten-Free
- Read more on Yelp
#22. La Rockita
- Rating: 3.4/5 (51 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 370 Southwest Western Blvd. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Mexican
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#21. Sharon's Cafe
- Rating: 3.6/5 (134 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1894 Southwest 3rd St. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, American
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#20. China Delight Restaurant & Lounge
- Rating: 3.6/5 (110 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 325 Northwest 2nd St. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Chinese, Lounges
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Death by Donutz
- Rating: 3.6/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1425 Southwest Monroe Ave. Ste G Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Donuts, Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch
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#18. The Beaver Hut & Dam Growlers
- Rating: 3.6/5 (51 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 108 Northwest 16th St. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Fast food
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#17. Cafe Yumm! - On Monroe
- Rating: 3.7/5 (103 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2001 Northwest Monroe Ave. Ste 109 Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Salad, Cafes, Wraps
- Read more on Yelp
#16. Delicias Valley Cafe
- Rating: 3.7/5 (189 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 933 North West Cir Blvd. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Ixtapa - Philomath
- Rating: 3.8/5 (45 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1702 Main St. Philomath, Oregon
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp
#14. Taqueria Alonzo
- Rating: 3.8/5 (95 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 922 Northwest Kings Bvd Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp
#13. KH Pho And Grill
- Rating: 3.8/5 (161 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1875 Northwest Circle Blvd. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Vietnamese
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Burrito Heaven
- Rating: 3.9/5 (78 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1813 Southeast 3rd St. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Interzone
- Rating: 4.0/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1563 Northwest Monroe Ave. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches
- Read more on Yelp
#10. Shanghai Wok
- Rating: 4.0/5 (53 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1104 Northwest Van Buren Ave. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Chinese
- Read more on Yelp
#9. Squirrel's Tavern
- Rating: 4.2/5 (153 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 100 Southwest 2nd St. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Bars, American, Hot Dogs
- Read more on Yelp
#8. La Rockita
- Rating: 4.2/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1413 Main St. Philomath, Oregon
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp
#7. La Rockita
- Rating: 4.3/5 (160 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 922 Northwest Circle Blvd. Ste 130 Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Mexican
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#6. Old World Deli
- Rating: 4.3/5 (133 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 341 Southwest 2nd St. Ste 4 Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Delis
- Read more on Yelp
#5. Crystals Cuisine & Cafe
- Rating: 4.3/5 (116 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1425 Northwest Monroe Ave. Ste East Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Greek, Juice Bars & Smoothies, Mediterranean
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#4. Tacos El Machin
- Rating: 4.4/5 (75 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 544 Southwest 4th St. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Mexican, Food Trucks
- Read more on Yelp
#3. Little Morocco
- Rating: 4.4/5 (161 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 517 Southwest 2nd Ave. Ste 104 Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Middle Eastern, Halal, Moroccan
- Read more on Yelp
#2. Baguette
- Rating: 4.7/5 (369 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 121 Southwest 3rd St. Corvallis, Oregon
- Categories: Sandwiches
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#1. El Cruzero
- Rating: 4.7/5 (65 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1830 Main St. Philomath, Oregon
- Categories: Mexican
- 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.