The Best Cheap Eats in 15 U.S. Cities

Whether you're trying to save money on a vacation or you're looking for an affordable lunch in your hometown, cheap eats are never a bad thing. Four-star dining is nice, but when you're on a budget, finding meals under $10 can be a life-saver.

With that in mind, Stacker rounded up some of the best cheap eats in major U.S. cities. There's way more out there than dollar slices of pizza and five-for-one dumplings—and after reading this list, you just might be inspired to plan a vacation of your own.

To come up with the data, Stacker looked at the restaurants that were listed as "cheap eats" on Tripadvisor. From there, the site looked at the highest-rated restaurants in major cities. Here are some of the best affordable places to eat in major U.S. metropolises—you're welcome.

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This Mediterranean restaurant has build-your-own sandwiches, platters, and salads. Think of it as the Chipotle of Mediterranean food.

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When you can't get to the Big Apple, head to Guido's for a New York-style slice.

This beer garden makes a picture-perfect spot for grabbing a burger.

Sam's No. 3 is one of Food Network's "top places to eat," and Guy Fieri visited it on an episode of Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives.

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Yes, this is Safron with one "f"! This Mediterranean spot is perfect for grabbing roasted meat, vegetarian dishes, and baklava for dessert.

The South is known for its barbecue, and this South Carolina spot has all of the smoked meats you could dream of.

With a 4.5-star rating on Tripadvisor, this casual pizza spot has won Nashville residents' hearts.

Maybe you've heard about Prince Street Pizza's thick pepperoni slices. But Bleecker Street Pizza has plenty of fans on Tripadvisor, too. The triangle slices are perfect for eating while exploring the city.

Craving a pastrami sandwich? Stop by this deli expeditiously.

If you want an affordable meal that's not pizza or a burger, this Vietnamese spot is a great option.

You can't go wrong with any of the burgers on the menu at this casual eatery.

The only thing better than cheap eats is cheap eats that are accompanied by a flight of beer.

This East African spot serves sandwiches, wine, and more. Don't miss out on the extensive breakfast selection, either.

Stop into this old-fashioned shop for everything from sandwiches to salads to milkshakes to chili.