The Best Cheap Eats in Dallas

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Located in the Northeastern corner of Texas, Dallas represents the second-largest city in the state and the original home of the frozen margarita machine. The city has a rich history rooted in ranching, farming, and oil production before rising into an important business and financial center. Sports fans can enjoy a plethora of professional games to watch year-round. Music lovers will also find plenty of spots featuring everything from country and bluegrass to good-old rock 'n' roll. There's no shortage of fun in Dallas and just as many options for delicious, affordable food. But where are the smartest, savviest diners eating out when it comes to cheap eats in Dallas? Welcome to the Tastemaker Lists. From traditional Texan dishes to sushi and Caribbean food, check out our Tastemaker 20 List of where to find the Best Cheap Eats in Dallas.

20 Restaurants

Updated October 18, 2019

Restaurants:	Wildwood Smoke Craft Whiskey - Southlake, Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill - Euless, NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Northpark…
Price Range:	$$ - $$
Cuisines:	American, Contemporary American…
Neighborhoods:	Southlake, Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor, North Dallas / Addison…

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Wildwood Smoke Craft Whiskey - Southlake

$$$$·American·

Southlake

557 reviews

Casual
Good for a Date
Good for Groups

Wildwood - Smoke - Craft - Whiskey, located in the Southlake neighborhood of Dallas, is a dining destination with some of the best cheap eats Dallas has to offer! It’s a perfect sp…Read more

97% recommended

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Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill - Euless

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Dallas-Ft. Worth (DFW) Corridor

210 reviews

Good for Groups
Live Sports
Fun

For great food that won’t attack your wallet, check out the Thirsty Lion Gastropub and Grill, located in the Dallas-Fort Worth Corridor. It’s a modern gastropub that serves up an e…Read more

86% recommended

Hot Spot in Dallas - Fort Worth

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NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus - Northpark

$$$$·American·

North Dallas / Addison

241 reviews

Great for Lunch
Good for Birthdays
Neighborhood Gem

NM Cafe at Neiman Marcus is the definition of laid-back luxe. The cafe, located on Level Three of the NorthPark Center in Neiman Marcus, features a chic and modern atmosphere witho…Read more

85% recommended

Great for Lunch in Dallas - Fort Worth

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Sundown at Granada

$$$$·American·

Upper Greenville

218 reviews

Happy Hour
Casual
Live Music

Sundown at Granada, located in Upper Greenville, is a casual farm-to-table restaurant that brings extra charm to the neighborhood. Next door to the Granada Theater, it boasts an ex…Read more

96% recommended

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TacoLingo Tex-Mex

$$$$·Tex-Mex·

Uptown

68 reviews

Fun
Good for Groups
Casual

TacoLingo is the place to go for cheap tacos that won’t break the bank. Located right in the heart of Downtown Dallas, it’s a popular spot for folks who are exploring all that Dall…Read more

82% recommended

Good for Groups in Dallas

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Layered

$$$$·Breakfast·

McKinney

23 reviews

Great for Brunch
Casual
Sunday Lunch

Located on Virginia Street in the heart of downtown McKinney, Layered is a casual Breakfast, American and Israeli restaurant that serves some of the best cheap eats Dallas has to o…Read more

90% recommended

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House of Blues Restaurant & Bar - Dallas

$$$$·American·

Downtown

1,074 reviews

Live Music
Casual
Fun

House of Blues Restaurant and Bar is one of the best places for cheap eats in Dallas, especially if you’re looking for comfort food. They feature made-from-scratch, Southern-inspir…Read more

Hot Spot in Dallas - Fort Worth

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Ivy Kitchen

$$$$·American·

North Dallas / Addison

380 reviews

Good for Groups
Good for a Date
Quiet Conversation

Looking for a great eatery that serves both sushi and steak and won’t cost you an arm and a leg? You’re in luck! IVY Kitchen, located in North Dallas/Addison, is one of the city’s …Read more

91% recommended

Good for Groups in Dallas - Fort Worth

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Sushi Zushi - Dallas

$$$$·Japanese·

Uptown

317 reviews

Bar Seating
Casual
Good for a Date

Sushi Zushi, located on McKinney Ave in the Uptown neighborhood of Dallas, is a Japanese place that offers a totally unique, and affordable, dining experience. Come in to try authe…Read more

100% recommended

Healthy in Dallas - Fort Worth

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V-Eats Modern Vegan at Trinity Groves

$$$$·Vegan·

Texas

257 reviews

Vegan
Healthy
Good Vegetarian Options

V-Eats Modern Vegan at Trinity Groves is a cool, laid-back neighborhood restaurant that’s one of the top vegan places in Dallas. Executive chef Troy Gardner is passionate about veg…Read more

85% recommended

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Public School - Addison

$$$$·American·

North Dallas / Addison

190 reviews

Great for Lunch
Bar Seating
Casual

Public School is one of the trendiest spots in Dallas - Fort Worth and you’ll find in hopping with people every night of the week. Located on the bustling Belt Line Road in North D…Read more

Great for Lunch in Dallas

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Café 43

$$$$·American·

Downtown

1,169 reviews

Great for Lunch
Quiet Conversation
Special Occasion

Cafe 43, tucked into the George W. Bush Presidential Center, is a perfect place to find cheap eats in upscale digs. It’s a contemporary American restaurant that features a locally-…Read more

100% recommended

American in Dallas - Fort Worth

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eight11 place

$$$$·American·

Frisco

247 reviews

Good for a Date
Great for Outdoor Dining
Casual

If you want to try some of the best cheap eats in Dallas and also enjoy live music on a gorgeous outdoor patio, head to eight 11 Place on Main Street. A locally owned and unique Am…Read more

100% recommended

Notable Wine List in Dallas - Fort Worth

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3Eleven Kitchen and Cocktails

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Downtown

216 reviews

Casual
Good for a Date
Handcrafted Cocktails

3Eleven Kitchen and Cocktails is an American eatery located in the West End Historic District of Downtown Dallas. You’ll find plenty of cheap eats on the menu here, so feel free to…Read more

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RA Sushi Bar Restaurant - Plano

$$$$·Japanese·

Plano

164 reviews

Good for a Date
Good for Birthdays
Business Meals

RA Sushi, located on Lone Star Drive in Plano, is the perfect place to grab a delicious bite of Japanese food without going over budget. They serve up fresh, creative Japanese-insp…Read more

Fit for Foodies in Dallas Suburbs

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The Heritage Table

$$$$·American·

Frisco

305 reviews

Neighborhood Gem
Creative Cuisine
Good for a Date

The Heritage Table is an elegant, but affordable restaurant located on Main Street in Frisco Texas. Located in a 1917 converted Victorian Home, this eatery is all about delivering …Read more

97% recommended

Fit for Foodies in Dallas Suburbs

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Mexican Bar Company

$$$$·Mexican·

Plano

219 reviews

Creative Cuisine
Good for a Date
Fit for Foodies

For amazing cheap eats in Plano, located in the suburbs just outside Dallas, head to Mexican Bar Co. Cocina! They offer a full scope of Mexican food, including handmade corn tortil…Read more

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Bazille - Nordstrom NorthPark Center

$$$$·Contemporary American·

Park Cities

565 reviews

Casual
Great for Lunch
Neighborhood Gem

When you’re in the mood for affordable American food with a contemporary twist, you can’t go wrong with Bazille. Located on the third floor of upscale North Park Center in North Da…Read more

95% recommended

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Pink Magnolia

$$$$·Comfort Food·

Oak Cliff / Bishop Arts

684 reviews

Great for Brunch
Special Occasion
Good for Anniversaries

Pink Magnolia, located on Davis Street in the Bishop Arts District, is one of the best spots to go for cheap eats in Dallas. The restaurant takes inspiration from the magnolia flow…Read more

88% recommended

Great for Brunch in Dallas - Fort Worth

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Chelsea Corner

$$$$·American·

Uptown

199 reviews

Great for Brunch
Sunday Lunch
Casual

Chelsea Corner, located in the Uptown neighborhood of Dallas, is a casual dining spot known fro its great cheap eats. It’s once again in the original location on the famous corner …Read more

93% recommended

Great for Brunch in Dallas - Fort Worth

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