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

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La Gourmandine

4605 Butler St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15201

Neighborhood: Lawrenceville
Phone #: 412-682-2210
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Classic French bakery with scrumptious pastries, breads and more! Food is always fresh and beautifully presented. Features incredibly cheap daily specials such as coffee and a pastry for just $3.

Pasta Too

5260 Library Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15102

Neighborhood: Bethel Park
Phone #: 412-831-3400

Quaint restaurant w/a full crowd every night for good reason - exceptional Italian food for a reasonable price. Try the Gnocchi ($8.95) and definitely get the breadsticks ($3.50). Servings are huge!

Peppi's

927 Western Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15233

Neighborhood: North Side
Phone #: 412-231-9009
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A local favorite serving up loaded subs. Has an extra large menu as well as a catering menu & even fund raising subs. One must try is The Roethlisburger (The #7, $7.26) w/sausage, burger, egg & more!

Eat n' Park

1816 Murray Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15217

Neighborhood: Squirrel Hill South
Phone #: 412-422-7203
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Around since 1949 it's the area's 1st carhop - hence the name. Since then it has pleased all types of diners w/its classic American fare for cheap prices. Try the breakfast bar, kids <5 eat free.

Max's Allegheny Tavern

537 Suismon St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Neighborhood: North Side
Phone #: 412-231-1899
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Good German eats, wonderful selection of local beers & cheap appetizers during happy hour. Bread w/apple butter is served before meals. Try the best potato pancakes in town!

Smiling Banana Leaf

5901 Bryant St.
Pittsburgh, PA 15206

Neighborhood: Morningside
Phone #: 412-362-3200
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Intimate, cozy, homey feeling Thai restaurant with impeccable service. Serves up truly spicy food bursting with flavor. Try the Red Curry or the Pad Thai you won’t go wrong!

Mike and Tony’s Gyros

1414 E Carson St
Pittsburgh, PA 15203

Neighborhood: South Side
Phone #: 412-431-2299
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Scrumptious Greek fare, especially the large, overstuffed gyros served on fresh pitas w/hot and flavorful meat. Get the Gyro Special ($6.08) it comes with fries and a drink. Fast, no fuss restaurant.

Lu Lu’s Noodles

400 S Craig St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Neighborhood: Oakland
Phone #: 412-687-7777

An energetic restaurant w/fast & healthy Americanized Asian fare. Food is well seasoned, portions are huge and the price is cheap! Classic options available such as rice bowls ($6.50).

P&G Pamela’s Diner

5527 Walnut Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15232

Neighborhood: Shadyside
Phone #: 412-683-1003  
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Award winning hotcakes & other breakfast items for < $10 per meal. Hotcakes are like crepes & depending on what you order stuffed w/tasty fillings like strawberries. They also serves lunch options and have multiple locations.

Dor-Stop

1430 Potomac Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15216

Neighborhood: Dormont
Phone #: 412-561-9320

Classic diner & local favorite serving breakfast & lunch. Try some of the best pancakes in town ($3.99 for 3) or try Lori's Stuffed Raspberry French Toast, which comes w/a choice of meat ($6.99).

Primanti Bros.

46 18th Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Neighborhood: Strip District
Phone #: 412-263-2142
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Featured on Man vs. Food, Primanti Bros. is open 24/7 and features "Almost Famous" overstuffed sandwiches. These sandwiches are stuffed with everything including French fries and cole slaw ($5.29+).

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