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Highest-rated cheap eats in Greenville, North Carolina by diners

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Americans spend a lot of money on eating out鈥攊n 2024, that totaled, or nearly 59% of all food spending. So, it's only natural to want the best bang for your restaurant dollar.

Value has become a key component of what diners look for when they eat out, with eyeing menus for value meals. At the same time, many diners also look for something new and exciting, hoping to sample new flavors or food with ingredients that are too expensive to make at home.

Many ethnic cuisines also provide a lot of value because they aren't as expensive to produce. Many Mexican dishes fall into this category because. Many Asian cuisines, including Chinese, Filipino, and Cambodian food, also rely on low-cost ingredients and simple food preparation techniques.

Food trucks and street food vendors also offer cheaper food, thanks to lower overhead costs. Their limited menus typically focus on one type of food, allowing them to simplify purchasing and pass the savings on in the form of lower prices.

compiled a list of the highest-rated cheap eats restaurants within 10 kilometers of the Greenville area using data from . Data is as of Aug. 8, 2025. Businesses were selected using Yelp's ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only businesses with at least 20 reviews were considered, and a cost of "$" (out of 4) were considered. Also, in an effort to highlight independent businesses and local chains, those with more than five locations nationally, based on the Yelp data, were not included.

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#28. Marabella Old World Pizza

Marabella Old World Pizza

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#28. Marabella Old World Pizza

- Rating: 3.3/5 (110 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1898 Greenville Blvd. Southeast Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Pizza
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#27. Hibachi Japan

Hibachi Japan

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#27. Hibachi Japan

- Rating: 3.4/5 (24 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1885 East Fire Tower Road Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Sushi Bars, Japanese
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#26. Moe's Southwest Grill

Moe's Southwest Grill

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#26. Moe's Southwest Grill

- Rating: 3.4/5 (29 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 610-B Red Banks Road Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Tex-Mex, Mexican
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#25. Marathon Restaurant

Marathon Restaurant

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#25. Marathon Restaurant

- Rating: 3.4/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 706 Evans St. Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Greek, Mediterranean, American
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#23. Hibachi Express

Hibachi Express

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#23. Hibachi Express

- Rating: 3.5/5 (26 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3040 Evans St. Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Japanese, Chinese
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#22. Peaden's

Peaden's

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#22. Peaden's

- Rating: 3.5/5 (25 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2399 North Memorial Drive Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: American, Diners, Breakfast & Brunch
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#21. Parkers Barbecue Restaurant

Parkers Barbecue Restaurant

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#21. Parkers Barbecue Restaurant

- Rating: 3.6/5 (49 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2020 Greenville Blvd. Southeast Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
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#20. Run-A Boat

Run-A Boat

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#20. Run-A Boat

- Rating: 3.7/5 (47 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4052 South Memorial Drive Winterville, North Carolina
- Categories: Caribbean
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#18. Cubbie's

Cubbie's

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#18. Cubbie's

- Rating: 3.9/5 (50 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 600 East Arlington Blvd. Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Burgers
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#17. Ninja Hibachi Express

Ninja Hibachi Express

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#17. Ninja Hibachi Express

- Rating: 3.9/5 (79 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 604 Southwest Greenville Blvd. Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Japanese, Sushi Bars
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#16. Jet's Pizza

Jet's Pizza

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#16. Jet's Pizza

- Rating: 3.9/5 (38 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 420 East Arlington Blvd. Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Pizza
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#15. Parkers Barbecue Restaurant

Parkers Barbecue Restaurant

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#15. Parkers Barbecue Restaurant

- Rating: 3.9/5 (119 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3109 South Memorial Drive Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
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#13. FreshVibes

FreshVibes

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#13. FreshVibes

- Rating: 4.0/5 (62 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1725 West Arlington Blvd. Ste 100 Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Juice Bars & Smoothies, Salad, Acai Bowls
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#12. Harvey's Restaurant

Harvey's Restaurant

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#12. Harvey's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.0/5 (65 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 823 South Memorial Drive Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Southern, Breakfast & Brunch
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#11. Ernie's Famous Subs

Ernie's Famous Subs

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#11. Ernie's Famous Subs

- Rating: 4.0/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 911 South Memorial Drive Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Sandwiches
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#10. RJ's Famous Chicken, BBQ and Ribs

RJ's Famous Chicken, BBQ and Ribs

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#10. RJ's Famous Chicken, BBQ and Ribs

- Rating: 4.0/5 (116 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2518 South Memorial Drive Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue, Chicken Shop
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#9. Bagelman

Bagelman

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#9. Bagelman

- Rating: 4.1/5 (119 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1904 East Firetower Road Ste 101 Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Bagels, Delis
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#8. Gk Cafe and Catering

Gk Cafe and Catering

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#8. Gk Cafe and Catering

- Rating: 4.1/5 (38 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3197 East 10th St. Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Cafes
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#7. Super Mercado El Rancho

Super Mercado El Rancho

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#7. Super Mercado El Rancho

- Rating: 4.1/5 (45 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2500 Charles Blvd. Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Meat Shops, Mexican
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#6. La Fiesta

La Fiesta

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#6. La Fiesta

- Rating: 4.2/5 (57 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4420 East 10th St. Ste 126 Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Mexican, Salad, Seafood
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#5. The Scullery

The Scullery

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#5. The Scullery

- Rating: 4.3/5 (370 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 431 Evans St. Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch
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#3. Bum's Restaurant

Bum's Restaurant

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#3. Bum's Restaurant

- Rating: 4.4/5 (48 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 566 3rd St. Ayden, North Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
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#2. B's Barbecue

B's Barbecue

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#2. B's Barbecue

- Rating: 4.5/5 (236 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 751 Bs Barbecue Road Greenville, North Carolina
- Categories: Barbecue
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#1. Angus Grill

Angus Grill

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#1. Angus Grill

- Rating: 4.5/5 (79 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4054 South Memorial Drive Winterville, North Carolina
- Categories: Burgers
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Jill Jaracz, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 388 metros.