Cheap Philadelphia Restaurants

Prepare your stomachs for the biggest cheap breakfast: the "Hungry Man" ($8.99) found in this tucked-into-a-corner Jewish deli also known for it's take-out beers and pickle bar.

For a deal on arguably the best Southern BBQ in the Philly area, try the Monday night buffet for a little of everything on the menu. Adults - $19.95; kids 5-10 1/2 price; kids under 5 = Free!

For authentic cheap German fare without flying to Bavaria, you will love the proportions on their Wurstplatten (sausage platters) & huge beer steins. If you don't like rowdy, stay away on busy nights at this cheap Philadelphia restaurant.

Get some of the best cheap MSG-free multi-province ethnic Chinese take-out. Dine-in is also an option. Look for the coupon on the take-out menu for extra savings! Buy 3 platters, get 4th free.

Best cheap Ethopian food in W.Philly, hidden in this split-personality coffee shop/authentically ethnic East African cafe. Try a tangy dorowat stew of spicy, slow-braised chicken in red pepper gravy.

Best health-conscious pizza joint in the area w/ make-your-own salad bar. Get a free drink w/ an express 10" personal pizza. Join the frequent buyer program for fun rewards. They cater!

Best cheap wings on Wacky Wings Wednesday. 30 cents for hot and tasty wings and the ISOP (inside-out-pizza kinda like a pizza pocket) is worth the iffy service. Don't forget your cash.

This classic side-of-the-road cheap eatery is a staple for local residents, serving up big and juicy cheesesteaks, classic malted milkshakes, and fresh Italian hoagies and pizza. Clean & friendly.

Best cheap diner food on the well-to-do MainLine. Great proportions, open 24/7, nice variety of dishes from spaghetti to open faced turkey sandwiches. Classic Americana.

This is THE place for authentic & cheap Pakistani, Indian & Afghan dishes. For $8 you can get nan, rice, multiple kebabs, salad, & veggie sides. Add Pakistani tea for a real treat from this cheap Philadelphia restaurant.

With a little Japanese and a lot of Mexican on the menu, most entrees are under $10 at this eclectic eatery. Best hot chocolate around with cinnamon & almonds and optional expresso ($2.95-$3.50).

Here you can find seriously authentic Mexican for a decent price. Try some fish tacos, chorizo, carnitas and/or sopes w/ your Mexican soda. For $2.50, try the "elote asado" or spicy grilled corn.

Go at Happy Hour for a $1 off draft in this classic corner bar with a rotating selection of unusually stellar microbrews from Belgians to Germans to US. Lamb Meatball sandwich is a must-try.

Tucked onto a corner in Philly's Chinatown, the $5.25 Xiao Long Bao or soup dumplings or Shangai steamed buns are worth the adventurous journey to find them.

For $6.50, eat one of the best cheesesteaks in Philly. Menu is larger than other historic cheesesteak shops. Try the roast pork w/broccoli rabe for a yummy change of pace.

Search out this tuck-away burger shack for their tantalizing $2.50 burger and creamy black-and-white shake. This cheap Philadelphia restaurant is closed on Tuesdays.

This little slice of heaven offers 30 kinds of fudge and decadently unique $2 cupcakes that beat most local $/cupcake ratios. Free wireless too.

For good, cheap Greek dining, vegetarians and meat eaters keep coming back for this restaurant's authentic fare. Adults can share an appetizer, entrée for each and two desserts around $30.

Eat for free if you can put down three of their gut busting, 1" high, plate size pancakes. Bring cash and get there early since space is limited.

Eat here for a range of cheap specials in classic diner style. From 6 - 11 am, M-F, $1.99 will get you two eggs, a full half-plate of home fries and toast.