Highest-rated cheap eats in Cleveland by diners

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 Cleveland 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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The Cleveland Bagel

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#30. The Cleveland Bagel

- Rating: 4.3/5 (79 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 7501 Carnegie Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Bagels, Sandwiches
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Frank's Falafel House

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#29. Frank's Falafel House

- Rating: 4.3/5 (88 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1823 West 65th St. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Middle Eastern, Falafel
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Shore Restaurant

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#28. Shore Restaurant

- Rating: 4.3/5 (100 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 12009 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, Ohio
- Categories: Diners
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Urban Kitchen & Deli

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#27. Urban Kitchen & Deli

- Rating: 4.4/5 (239 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 9751 Chester Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Delis, Waffles
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City Slice

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#26. City Slice

- Rating: 4.4/5 (71 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 12021 Lorain Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Pizza
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Phoenix Coffee Bar

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#25. Phoenix Coffee Bar

- Rating: 4.4/5 (158 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3000 Bridge Ave. Ste A Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Cafes
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Pupuseria Katarina

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#24. Pupuseria Katarina

- Rating: 4.4/5 (103 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1409 Brookpark Road Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Salvadoran
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Pupuseria La Bendicion

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#23. Pupuseria La Bendicion

- Rating: 4.4/5 (159 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3685 West 105th St. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Salvadoran, Colombian
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Southside Diner

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#22. Southside Diner

- Rating: 4.4/5 (449 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 10705 West Pleasant Valley Road Parma, Ohio
- Categories: Diners, Breakfast & Brunch, Coffee & Tea
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Balance Pan-Asian Grille

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#21. Balance Pan-Asian Grille

- Rating: 4.5/5 (99 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 515 Euclid Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Pan Asian
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Rebol

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#20. Rebol

- Rating: 4.5/5 (416 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 101 West Superior Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, New American
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Falafel Xpress

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#19. Falafel Xpress

- Rating: 4.5/5 (118 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 14877 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, Ohio
- Categories: Lebanese
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Sittoo's Pita & Salads

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#18. Sittoo's Pita & Salads

- Rating: 4.5/5 (269 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5870 Ridge Road Parma, Ohio
- Categories: Salad, Falafel, Lebanese
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Bylo Gyro Bob's

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#17. Bylo Gyro Bob's

- Rating: 4.5/5 (50 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 14007 Puritas Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Sandwiches
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Leavened

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#16. Leavened

- Rating: 4.5/5 (103 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1633 Auburn Ave. Ste 1 Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Bakeries, Cafes
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Nature's Oasis

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#15. Nature's Oasis

- Rating: 4.5/5 (158 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 15613 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, Ohio
- Categories: Cafes, Grocery, Health Markets
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On the Rise Artisan Breads

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#14. On the Rise Artisan Breads

- Rating: 4.5/5 (228 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3471 Fairmount Blvd. Cleveland Heights, Ohio
- Categories: Bakeries, Desserts, Sandwiches
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Caffeine

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#13. Caffeine

- Rating: 4.6/5 (109 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 14701 Detroit Ave. Suit 1 Lakewood, Ohio
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Juice Bars & Smoothies, Sandwiches
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La Plaza Supermarket

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#12. La Plaza Supermarket

- Rating: 4.6/5 (445 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 13609 Lakewood Heights Blvd. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Grocery, Bakeries, Mexican
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Barrister's Deli

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#11. Barrister's Deli

- Rating: 4.6/5 (108 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1424 Hamilton Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Delis, Sandwiches, Burgers
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Mason's Creamery

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#10. Mason's Creamery

- Rating: 4.6/5 (423 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4401 Bridge Ave. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Food Stands, Ramen
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Ball Ball Waffle

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#9. Ball Ball Waffle

- Rating: 4.6/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2999 Payne Ave. Ste 126 Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Hong Kong Style Cafe, Waffles
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West 3rd Deli

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#8. West 3rd Deli

- Rating: 4.6/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1220 West 3rd St. Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Delis
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Mer Brisket

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#7. Mister Brisket

- Rating: 4.6/5 (110 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2156 South Taylor Road Cleveland Heights, Ohio
- Categories: Sandwiches, Butcher, Delis
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Danny's Deli

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#6. Danny's Deli

- Rating: 4.6/5 (89 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1658 St. Clair Ave. Northeast Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Delis, Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch
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Gyro Guys

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#5. Gyro Guys

- Rating: 4.7/5 (103 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4348 Pearl Road Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Cafes, Sandwiches, Greek
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Gentile's Bakery - Catering & Deli

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#4. Gentile's Bakery - Catering & Deli

- Rating: 4.7/5 (119 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5626 Broadview Road Parma, Ohio
- Categories: Delis, Bakeries
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Gourmand's

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#3. Gourmand's

- Rating: 4.7/5 (136 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5345 Canal Road Valley View, Ohio
- Categories: Delis, Sandwiches, Coffee & Tea
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TJ's Butcher Block & Deli

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#2. TJ's Butcher Block & Deli

- Rating: 4.7/5 (109 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 14415 Detroit Ave. Lakewood, Ohio
- Categories: Meat Shops, Sandwiches, Delis
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Sabor Miami Cafe & Gallery

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#1. Sabor Miami Cafe & Gallery

- Rating: 4.8/5 (160 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4848 Broadview Road Cleveland, Ohio
- Categories: Cafes
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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.

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