Highest-rated cheap eats in Austin, according to Tripadvisor
With the advent of Big Data, it's easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food—particularly easy, cheap eats—Americans have very specific opinions. Dining brands in U.S. have a long and storied history, and whether they're fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, American restaurants offer something for almost everyone.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest rated restaurants in Austin that are listed as "cheap eats" on Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Easy, inexpensive options here run the gamut of cuisine, service options, and styles. The restaurants on this list are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of deliciousness.
Anyone reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if any of your favorite cheap eateries made the list.
#30. P. Terry's Burger Stand
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 404 S. Lamar Blvd., Austin, TX 78704
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#29. Tacodeli
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 12001 N Mo Pac Expy, Austin, TX 78758
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#28. Torchys Tacos
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 3005 S. Lamar Blvd Suite 116, Austin, TX 78704
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#27. Torchys Tacos
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 4211 Spicewood Springs Rd, Austin, TX 78759
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#26. Arturo's Underground Cafe
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Southwestern
- Address: 314 W 17th St, Austin, TX 78701-1205
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#25. Burger Bar Congress
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 110 E 2nd St Located in the JW Marriott Austin, Austin, TX 78701
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#24. Arlo's
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 900 Red River St, Austin, TX 78701-2625
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#23. Paperboy
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Address: 1203 E 11th St, Austin, TX 78702-1910
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#22. The Omelettry
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Address: 4631 Airport Blvd, Austin, TX 78756-2828
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#21. Koriente
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Asian
- Address: 621 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78701-3304
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#20. Amy's Ice Creams
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert
- Address: 1012 W 6th St, Austin, TX 78703-5317
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#19. Cenote
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 1010 E Cesar Chavez St 78702, Austin, TX 78702-4261
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#18. Javi's Best of Tex-Mex
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern
- Address: 7709 E Ben White Blvd, Austin, TX 78744-1786
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#17. Lazarus Brewing Co.
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bar, Pub
- Address: 1902 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78702-3402
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#16. Lick Honest Ice Creams
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
- Address: 1100 S Lamar Blvd Suite 1135, Austin, TX 78704-0119
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#15. Amy's Ice Cream
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert
- Address: 5620 Burnet Rd # A, Austin, TX 78756-1606
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#14. Jo's Coffee
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Coffee & Tea, American
- Address: 1300 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-2433
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#13. Texas Chili Parlor
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Southwestern
- Address: 1409 Lavaca St, Austin, TX 78701-1634
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#12. Casino El Camino
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (3.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 501 E 6th St, Austin, TX 78701-3741
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#11. Voodoo Doughnuts
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
- Address: 6th St, Austin, TX
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#10. Juan in a Million
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern
- Address: 2300 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702-4604
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#9. Tacodeli
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 1500 Spyglass Dr Suite B, Austin, TX 78746-7590
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#8. Amy's Ice Cream
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert
- Address: 1301 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-2432
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#7. Veracruz All Natural
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 1704 E Cesar Chavez St, Austin, TX 78702-4402
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#6. Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Address: 117 San Jacinto Blvd, Austin, TX 78701-4025
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#5. Torchys Tacos
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 2801 Guadalupe St St 5-b, Austin, TX 78705-3764
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#4. Torchy's Tacos
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 2809 S. 1st St., Austin, TX 78704
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#3. Torchys Tacos
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 1822 S Congress, Austin, TX 78704
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#2. Home Slice Pizza
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
- Address: 1415 S Congress Ave, Austin, TX 78704-2434
- Read more on Tripadvisor
#1. Gourdough's Big Fat Donuts
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
- Address: 1503 S 1st St, Austin, TX 78704-3042
- Read more on Tripadvisor