Cheap Bronx Restaurants

Tacqueria Tlaxcalli on Starling Ave. is the place for yummy Mexican cuisine at budget prices. The quesadillas and fried tacos are priced at $6.50 and a plate of huevos rancheros go for just $5.75.

The affordably-priced standouts at Nonno Tony's include brick oven pizza and other Italian fare. The quattro stagioni pizza will set you back $14 and veal can be had for $15 max. There's no reason to pass on the veggies: all salads cost less than $7.

If you haven't yet tried Ecuadorian food, now's your moment. Restaurante Ecuatoriano Genesis on W. 181 St. serves up some tasty and low-priced dishes that hail from this Central American country. An assortment of plantains, fried whiting, and a bowl of kingfish soup is priced at about $8.

Arthur Ave. in the Bronx is the place to go for old-style Italian fare. At Dominick's, the whole family can feast on huge portions and whoever is paying won't go broke. No menu, just tell the waiter what you want! But heads up: this is a cash only spot.

Peruvian chicken is all the rage is some quarters, so join the fun at Pio Pio. The wallet-friendly marinated chicken pio cost $14. A lunch special for $9.50 includes a rotisserie chicken quarter with one side.

Pollo caprese for $14 hits the spot at Roberto's on E. 186 St. And zesty pasta dishes are worthy contenders -- portions are generous enough to fill more than one belly. The most bang for your buck comes with the carbs, but other dishes are also a deal.

The Piper's Kilt is a Scottish pub that offers a bargain brunch. Cough up $16.99 for a large juicy burger and unlimited Bloody Mary’s, mimosas, beer, and Champagne. Who needs dinner?

If you arrive at Yankee Stadium in time to grab some grub before the game, check out Press Café. Cheap eats range from small snacks to large Italian sandwiche for less than $10. Try the caprese -- we've heard it's a home run.

Authentic Puerto Rican cuisine is yours for the asking at El Bohio Lechonero on E. Tremont Ave. Cheap prices are a big draw -- think $5.30 for each serving of succulent roast pork. This one is a must try.

Cheap pizza, Italian fare, and veggie dishes are the go-for items at Judean Hills Pizza on Riverdale Ave. If you look closely, you might find a few Mediterranean-style offerings, as well.