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Best New Orleans Cheap Eats


As the world economy slows down, we may want to tighten our belts, but we still need to fill our stomachs. Splurging at top-rated restaurants is fun for special events, but where can you go for a good quality meal that won't break the bank? Gather the change out of your piggy bank and sofa cushions and take it to one of our selections for the best cheap eats in New Orleans.

Check out our picks for the Top 40 Cheap Eats in the U.S.

Angeli Italian
11/20
1141 Decatur St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-566-0077 | Menu
This no-frills neighborhood joint is open until the wee hours of the morning. More...

Cafe Rose Nicaud Café
Quick Bite
634 Frenchmen St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-949-3300 | Menu
Café Rose Nicaud serves strong coffee, pastries, sandwiches and salads on historic Frenchmen Street. More...

Camellia Grill American
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Camellia Grill, New Orleans, LA 626 S. Carrollton Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70118
504-309-2679 | Menu
Camellia Grill is known for its standout cheeseburger. More...

Camellia Grill American
11/20
540 Chartres St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-522-1800 | Menu
Camellia Grill is known for its standout cheeseburger. More...

Clover Grill Diner
11/20
900 Bourbon St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-598-1010 | Menu
Nothing much has changed at Clover Grill since it opened --- in 1939. More...

Dat Dog Hot Dogs
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Dat Dog, New Orleans, LA 5031 Freret St.
New Orleans, LA 70115
504-899-6883 | Menu
Dat Dog proves you can build a whole dining concept on one all-American item --- in this case hot dogs. More...

Elizabeth's Breakfast
12/20
601 Gallier St.
New Orleans, LA 70117
504-944-9272 | Menu
Elizabeth’s is the little corner neighborhood restaurant that attracts diners from all over town. More...

Fiesta Latina Restaurant Latin American
11/20
1924 Airline Dr.
Kenner, LA 70062
504-468-2384 | Menu
Authentic Mexican fare for breakfast, lunch and dinner is on the menu at Fiesta Latina. More...

Franky & Johnny's Creole
10/20
321 Arabella St.
New Orleans, LA 70115
504-899-9146 | Menu
Cold beer and fried seafood are the main attractions at Franky & Johnny’s. More...

La Peniche American
11/20
1940 Dauphine St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-943-1460 | Menu
The epitome of the “little neighborhood joint,” La Péniche is a Faubourg Marigny treasure. More...

The Old Coffee Pot Creole
10/20
714 St. Peter St.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-524-3500 | Menu
The Old Coffee Pot is a Bourbon Street institution. More...

Parkway Bakery & Tavern Bar
11/20
Dining Room at Parkway Bakery & Tavern, New Orleans, LA 538 Hagan Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70119
504-482-3047 | Menu
Authentic New Orleans po’ boys are served in one of the city’s oldest neighborhoods. More...

Port of Call American
12/20
Dining Room at Port of Call, New Orleans, LA 838 Esplanade Ave.
New Orleans, LA 70116
504-523-0120 | Menu
Thick, juicy burgers right on the edge of the French Quarter. More...

Surrey's Cafe & Juice Bar Breakfast
12/20
1418 Magazine St.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-524-3828 | Menu
Surrey’s is a little neighborhood joint serving fresh juices and light fare. More...

Thanh Thanh Vietnamese
11/20
131 Huey P. Long Ave.
Gretna, LA 70053
504-368-8678 | Menu
Authentic Vietnamese cuisine pairs with American fare in historic downtown Gretna. More...

Ugly Dog Saloon & BBQ Bar
Quick Bite
401 Andrew Higgins Blvd.
New Orleans, LA 70130
504-569-8459 | Menu
Is Ugly Dog a bar, a barbecue joint, a sports bar or a live music venue? Yes. More...


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