Highest-rated cheap eats in Dallas, 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 Dallas 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. Record Grill
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Address: 605 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75202-3335
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#29. Hypnotic Donuts
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Bakeries, American
- Address: 9007 Garland Rd, Dallas, TX 75218-3920
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#28. CrushCraft Thai Street Eats
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Asian
- Address: 2800 Routh St Ste 150, Dallas, TX 75201-7659
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#27. Buzzbrews Kitchen
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Address: 4154 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75204-2132
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#26. Denny's
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Address: 2030 Market Ctr Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207
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#25. Bubba's Cooks Country
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Address: 6617 Hillcrest Ave Snider Plaza, Dallas, TX 75205-1301
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#24. Snuffer's
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Address: 3526 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206-5630
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#23. Taqueria La Ventana
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 1611 McKinney Ave, Dallas, TX 75202-1227
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#22. Corner Bakery - The Galleria
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Address: 13350 Dallas Pkwy #2443, Dallas, TX 75240-6670
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#21. Hunky's Old Fashioned Hamburgers
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 3930 Cedar Springs Rd, Dallas, TX 75219-3518
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#20. In-N-Out Burger
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 7909 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy., Dallas, TX 75251-1203
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#19. Fuel City Dallas
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (5.0/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, Mexican
- Address: 801 S Riverfront Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-4510
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#18. Corner Bakery Cafe
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 301 N Market St #100, Dallas, TX 75202-1805
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#17. Steel City Pops
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert
- Address: 2012 Greenville Ave, Dallas, TX 75206-7124
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#16. Angry Dog
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Address: 2726 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75226-1404
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#15. Norma's Cafe
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Address: 1123 W Davis St, Dallas, TX 75208-5128
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#14. Uncle Uber's Sammich Shop
- 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: 2713 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75226-1405
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#13. In-N-Out Burger
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 7940 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75206-1973
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#12. Keller's Drive-in
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Fast Food
- Address: 6537 E Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75231-8009
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#11. Emporium Pies
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Dessert, American
- Address: 2708 Main St Deep Ellum, Dallas, TX 75226-1412
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#10. 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: 14760 Preston Rd Ste 124, Dallas, TX 75254
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#9. Flying Horse Cafe
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Coffee & Tea, American
- Address: 1401 Commerce St Suite A, Dallas, TX 75201-4901
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#8. Mama's Daughter's Diner
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Address: 2014 Irving Blvd, Dallas, TX 75207-6610
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#7. Original Market Diner
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Address: 4434 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75219-1716
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#6. Maple and Motor - Burgers and Beer
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Address: 4810 Maple Ave, Dallas, TX 75219-1005
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#5. Chop House Burger
- 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: 1501 Main St, Dallas, TX 75201-4812
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#4. Cindi's NY Deli & Restaurant
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Diner
- Address: 306 South Houston Street, Dallas, TX 75202
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#3. Truck Yard
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Address: 5624 Sears St, Dallas, TX 75206-7118
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#2. Velvet Taco
- 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: 3012 N Henderson Ave, Dallas, TX 75206
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#1. Jimmy's Food Store
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Specialty Food Market, Italian
- Address: 4901 Bryan St Corner of Bryan and Fitzhugh, Dallas, TX 75206-7613
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