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Cheapism's editors recommend the best cheap Phoenix restaurants on foursquare. Here is the complete list:

Lo-Lo's Chicken & Waffles

10 W Yuma St
Phoenix, AZ 85003

Phone #: 602-340-1304

That's right, this unlikely pair is all over the menu at this cheap Phoenix restaurant. Get 2 chicken legs & a waffle for $7 or try one of many other combinations. They also have an amazing red velvet cake if you want sweets.

Lenny's Burger Shop

2801 N Central Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Phone #: 602-263-8700
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Get a burger and fries with a 32oz soda for $5.29, make it a double for $1 more or a triple for $2. They also have onion rings and some specialty sandwiches. Grab some soft serve for dessert.

Town Talk II

3509 N 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85015

Phone #: 602-234-4745
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This BBQ spot has many positive comments on their sides. Order some ribs or chicken, but make sure you get some mustard potato salad. The red beans and rice, and coleslaw are also popular.

Mi Patio Mexican Restaurant

3347 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Phone #: 602-277-4831
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$1.75 Margaritas & $2.50 Tecates are one reason to stop by. You get free chips and salsa when you sit down, and they have unique items like the spinach enchilada with pinto beans and zucchini.

Pork on a Fork

1515 W Deer Valley Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85027

Phone #: 602-606-7965
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This is a simple cheap BBQ spot to satisfy your cravings for hot smokey meat. They slow smoke using pecan wood from local orchards. All entrees come with a choice of 2 sides, try the waffle fries.

Phoenix Ranch Market III

1602 E Roosevelt St
Phoenix, AZ 85006

Phone #: 602-254-6676
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This is a great spot for groceries, but it's also a cheap place to eat. Get three tacos for around $5.99. All of their ingredients are fresh from the market, try the "Aguas Frescas" refreshment bar.

Tacos De Juarez

1017 N 7th St
Phoenix, AZ 85006

Phone #: 602-258-1744

For lunch this cheap Phoenix restaurant has lots of specials for $5.99. They have the usual Mexican fare as well as cheap beers and their tortillas are fresh. Everything comes with rice, beans and some tortillas.

China Chan Restaurant

10227 N Metro Pkwy E
Phoenix, AZ 85051

Phone #: 602-331-1313

Try the Daikon cakes, they have a nicely browned crust. This spot serves dim sum and other Chinese specialties. Their food is made to order and many of the dim sum items are $2, try a bunch.

Pho Thanh

1702 W. Camelback Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85015

Phone #: 602-242-1979

Banh Mi for less than $3 and Pho from $4-7 makes this place a steal. Try the #59 Broken Rice Special, it is divine, especially if you want to get a little taste of everything for only $6.95.

Rocket Burger and Subs

12038 N 35th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85029

Phone #: 602-993-0834
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Hand breaded onion rings, homemade chili, and a super cheap menu. A cheeseburger with lettuce, tomato, onion and pickles, fresh cut french fries and a fountain drink for only $3.99, that's cheap.

Matt's Big Breakfast

801 N 1st St
Phoenix, AZ 85004

Phone #: 602-254-1074
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Matt's is a Phoenix classic. Get breakfast or lunch (after 11am) from 6:30am to 2:30pm. They source the best ingredients possible. There may be a line when you get there, but it's worth the wait.

The Fry Bread House

4140 N 7th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85013

Phone #: 602-351-2345

Fry bread, fried dough, whatever you like to call it this plaace takes a classic and fills it with ingredients like chorizo, beans, lettuce, cheese, grilled onions, and sour cream. Their fry bread is also available for dessert. Try the chocolate and butter fry bread or just some powedered sugar.

Ted's Hot Dogs

1755 E Broadway Rd
Tempe, AZ 85282

Phone #: 480-968-6678
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All of their hot dogs are charcoal broiled right in front of you. This gives them a nice charred flavor on their natural casings. Get a regular or a jumbo all beef, and upgrade with chili and cheese.

Chuckbox

202 E University Dr
Tempe, AZ 85281

Phone #: 480-968-4712
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Burgers, chicken, wings and sides are all they serve at the Chuckbox. Their half pound burger ("The Big One $5.05) comes with lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese. You can add extras like bacon or spicy guacamole for 35cents.

Papa Joe's Fish N Que

2019 W Bethany Home Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85015

Phone #: 602-973-7003
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Catfish, burgers, pulled brisket are on the menu at Papa Joe's. Most of their soul food comes with fries or onion rings. Try the fried fish and okra or some spicy catfish and shrimp. Most sandwiches are $5-6.

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