
Highest-rated cheap eats in Cleveland, Tennessee by diners
Highest-rated cheap eats in Cleveland, Tennessee by diners
Americans spend a lot of money on eating out—in 2024, that totaled $1.54 trillion, or nearly 59% of all food spending. So, it's only natural to want the best bang for your restaurant dollar.
Value has become a key component of what diners look for when they eat out, with more than 7 in 10 consumers eyeing menus for value meals. At the same time, many diners also look for something new and exciting, hoping to sample new flavors or food with ingredients that are too expensive to make at home.
Many ethnic cuisines also provide a lot of value because they aren't as expensive to produce. Many Mexican dishes fall into this category because tortillas are cheaper to produce than bread. Many Asian cuisines, including Chinese, Filipino, and Cambodian food, also rely on low-cost ingredients and simple food preparation techniques.
Food trucks and street food vendors also offer cheaper food, thanks to lower overhead costs. Their limited menus typically focus on one type of food, allowing them to simplify purchasing and pass the savings on in the form of lower prices.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated cheap eats restaurants within 10 kilometers of the Cleveland area using data from Yelp. Data is as of Aug. 8, 2025. Businesses were selected using Yelp's ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only businesses with at least 20 reviews were considered, and a cost of "$" (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.
#24. Cicis Pizza
- Rating: 3.2/5 (28 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 355 Paul Huff Pkwy Northwest Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza, Kids Activities, Buffets
- Read more on Yelp
#23. Six Happiness
- Rating: 3.5/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 615 Paul Huff Pkwy Northwest Ste 107 Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Thai, Chinese, Noodles
- Read more on Yelp
#22. Farmhouse Cleveland
- Rating: 3.5/5 (33 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2260 Harrison Pike Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: New American
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#21. EL Maguey
- Rating: 3.6/5 (35 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3700 Michigan Ave. Road Northeast Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp
#20. Rafael's Italian Restaurant
- Rating: 3.6/5 (40 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2324 Treasury Drive Southeast Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Italian
- Read more on Yelp
#19. Tres Hermanos
- Rating: 3.6/5 (77 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2502 Ocoee St. North Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Mexican
- Read more on Yelp
#18. Japanese Hibachi Express
- Rating: 3.6/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2350 Spring Creek Blvd. Northeast Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Chinese, Japanese
- Read more on Yelp
#17. La Altena
- Rating: 3.7/5 (55 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2311 Treasury Drive Southeast Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Mexican
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#16. Fuji Teriyaki Express
- Rating: 3.7/5 (75 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3443 Keith St. Northwest Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Japanese, Thai, Noodles
- Read more on Yelp
#15. Chef
- Rating: 3.8/5 (20 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 126 Southwest Keith St. Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: American
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#14. Cameron's Restaurant
- Rating: 3.8/5 (31 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 140 Dooley St. Southeast Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch
- Read more on Yelp
#13. Shake Shack
- Rating: 3.9/5 (110 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3460 Waterlevel Hwy Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Burgers, Hot Dogs
- Read more on Yelp
#12. Stadium BBQ
- Rating: 3.9/5 (104 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 773 Keith St. Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: American, Barbecue
- Read more on Yelp
#11. Panda Garden
- Rating: 4.0/5 (31 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2370 McGrady Drive Southeast Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Chinese
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#10. Old Fort Restaurant
- Rating: 4.1/5 (95 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1422 25th St. Northwest Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: American
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#9. DosBros Fresh Mexican Grill
- Rating: 4.2/5 (133 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4450 Frontage Road Ste 210 Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Mexican, Vegan, Gluten-Free
- Read more on Yelp
#8. Quik Burger
- Rating: 4.3/5 (28 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2197 South Lee Hwy Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Burgers
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#7. Rebel Drive Inn Restaurant
- Rating: 4.3/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1010 South Lee Hwy Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Burgers, American
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#6. Tacos El Cunao #1
- Rating: 4.4/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 713 South Lee Hwy Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Mexican, Food Trucks
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#5. Dave's Spiced Right BBQ
- Rating: 4.4/5 (24 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 12914 Hwy 58 Georgetown, Tennessee
- Categories: Barbecue, Burgers, Chicken Wings
- Read more on Yelp
#4. BonLife Coffee
- Rating: 4.4/5 (130 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1807 Keith St. Northwest Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Italian, Breakfast & Brunch
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#3. Little Diner On 1st
- Rating: 4.6/5 (116 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 490 1st St. Northwest Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: American, Breakfast & Brunch, Diners
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#2. Nela's Tacos
- Rating: 4.6/5 (67 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 247 Keith St. Northwest Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Mexican, Desserts, Seafood
- Read more on Yelp
#1. Gardner's Market
- Rating: 4.6/5 (97 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 262 Broad St. Northwest Cleveland, Tennessee
- Categories: Sandwiches, Wraps, 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.