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Best Seattle 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 Seattle.

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

Baguette Box Sandwiches
Quick Bite
1203 Pine St.
Seattle, WA 98101
206-332-0220 | Menu
Freshly baked baguettes packed with goodies raise the sandwich bar to new heights. More...

Boom Noodle Japanese
12/20
Bellevue Square
504 Bellevue Square
Bellevue, WA 98004
425-453-6094 | Menu
Japanese-inspired noodle house at Lincoln Square. More...

Cafe Presse French
13/20
1117 12th Ave.
Seattle, WA 98122
206-709-7674 | Menu
A fun, funky café/bar serving French-inspired food. More...

The 5 Spot American
11/20
1502 Queen Anne Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98109
206-285-7768 | Menu
Five cheers for The 5 Spot and its fun regional menus. More...

Geraldine's Counter American
12/20
4872 Rainier Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98118
206-723-2080 | Menu
Classic American diner serving warm welcomes with upscale comfort food. More...

Huong Binh Vietnamese
10/20
1207 S. Jackson St., Ste. 104
Seattle, WA 98144
206-720-4907 | Menu
Authentic Vietnamese food served in Seattle's International District. More...

Julia's Indonesian Kitchen Indonesian
12/20
910 NE 65th St.
Seattle, WA 98115
206-522-5528 | Menu
Explore exotic cuisine from Indonesia in this family-owned restaurant. More...

La Carta Oaxaca Mexican
12/20
5431 Ballard Ave. NW
Seattle, WA 98107
206-782-8722 | Menu
Small storefront with killer margaritas and big Oaxacan flavors. More...

Malena's Taco Shop Mexican
Quick Bite
620 W. McGraw St.
Seattle, WA 98119
206-284-0304 | Menu
Tiny taco shop serving authentic Mexican food. More...

Paseo Caribbean
Quick Bite
4225 Fremont Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98103
206-545-7440 | Menu
Head here for authentic Caribbean-style pork and chicken sandwiches served with flair. More...

Portage Bay Cafe Northwest
12/20
University Inn
4130 Roosevelt Way NE
Seattle, WA 98105
206-547-8230 | Menu
Discover this neighborhood gem for brunch and lunch. More...

Salumi Italian
Quick Bite
Dining Room at Salumi, Seattle, WA 309 Third Ave. S.
Seattle, WA 98104
206-223-0817 | Menu
House-cured meats, olives and fresh mozzarella sold and served in this Pioneer Square mecca. More...


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