Highest-rated cheap eats in Nashville 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 Nashville 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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Mediterranean Cuisine

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#30. Mediterranean Cuisine

- Rating: 4.5/5 (262 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 214 Ward Cir Brentwood, Tennessee
- Categories: Greek, Mediterranean
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Greek Cafe Grill

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#29. Greek Cafe Grill

- Rating: 4.5/5 (276 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4004 Hillsboro Pike Ste 100 Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Greek, Mediterranean
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NY Pie

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#28. NY Pie

- Rating: 4.5/5 (369 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 6800 Charlotte Pike Ste 105 Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Pizza
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City Cafe East

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#27. City Cafe East

- Rating: 4.5/5 (56 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1455 Lebanon Pike Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: American
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Up-Down Nashville

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#26. Up-Down Nashville

- Rating: 4.5/5 (86 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 927 Woodland St. Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Bars, Arcades, Pizza
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Country Cafe

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#25. Country Cafe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (67 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 605 Murfreesboro Pike Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Southern
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The Wild Muffin

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#24. The Wild Muffin

- Rating: 4.5/5 (50 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 998B Davidson Drive Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Bakeries, Vegan, Gluten-Free
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Taqueria San Luis

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#23. Taqueria San Luis

- Rating: 4.5/5 (137 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 369 Harding Place Ste B Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Mexican
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SideKicks Cafe

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#22. SideKicks Cafe

- Rating: 4.5/5 (186 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1202 South Graycroft Ave. Madison, Tennessee
- Categories: Cafes
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Tacos y Mariscos Lindo Mexico

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#21. Tacos y Mariscos Lindo Mexico

- Rating: 4.5/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 917B Gallatin Pike South Madison, Tennessee
- Categories: Mexican
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Elegy Coffee

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#20. Elegy Coffee

- Rating: 4.5/5 (98 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2909A Gallatin Pike Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Cafes, Breakfast & Brunch
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Awash Ethiopian Restaurant

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#19. Awash Ethiopian Restaurant

- Rating: 4.5/5 (113 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 976 Murfreesboro Pike Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Ethiopian
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Pupuseria Reina La Bendicion

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#18. Pupuseria Reina La Bendicion

- Rating: 4.6/5 (74 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3003 Nolensville Pike Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Salvadoran
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Carniceria Y Taqueria Don Juan

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#17. Carniceria Y Taqueria Don Juan

- Rating: 4.6/5 (124 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 106 Madison St. Madison, Tennessee
- Categories: Mexican
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Grillshack Fries and Burgers - East Nashville

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#16. Grillshack Fries and Burgers - East Nashville

- Rating: 4.6/5 (427 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1000 Riverside Drive Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Burgers, Breakfast & Brunch, Chicken Wings
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Sunflower Cafe

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#15. Sunflower Cafe

- Rating: 4.6/5 (681 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2834 Azalea Place Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Cafes, Vegetarian, Vegan
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Taqueria El Dolar

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#14. Taqueria El Dolar

- Rating: 4.6/5 (53 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3500 Nolensvillle Pike Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Mexican, Food Trucks
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Cheap Charlies Taco Shop

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#13. Cheap Charlies Taco Shop

- Rating: 4.6/5 (113 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1101 Woodland St. Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Food Trucks, Tacos
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Ty's Soups and Sandwiches

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#12. Ty's Soups and Sandwiches

- Rating: 4.6/5 (78 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 160 4th Ave. North Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Soup, Sandwiches, Salad
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Eat Bubbles

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#11. Eat Bubbles

- Rating: 4.6/5 (68 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3820 Charlotte Ave. Ste 122 Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Bubble Tea, Coffee & Tea, Pop-Up Restaurants
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The Centennial

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#10. The Centennial

- Rating: 4.7/5 (87 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5115 Centennial Blvd. Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Bars, American
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Rae's Gourmet Catering & Sandwich Shoppe

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#9. Rae's Gourmet Catering & Sandwich Shoppe

- Rating: 4.7/5 (143 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 501 Union St. Ste b Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Sandwiches
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Gyro Spot

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#8. Gyro Spot

- Rating: 4.7/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 15118 Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Mediterranean
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Caliber Coffee

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#7. Caliber Coffee

- Rating: 4.7/5 (282 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2513 Lebanon Pike Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Breakfast & Brunch, Salad
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Centennial Cafe

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#6. Centennial Cafe

- Rating: 4.7/5 (58 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 5207 Centennial Blvd. Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: American, Breakfast & Brunch
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KOKOS Ice Cream

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#5. KOKOS Ice Cream

- Rating: 4.7/5 (145 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3 City Ave. Ste 700 Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Vegan
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Roy's Meat Service

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#4. Roy's Meat Service

- Rating: 4.8/5 (64 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 605 South 19th St. Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Meat Shops, Butcher, Sandwiches
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Big Al's Deli

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#3. Big Al's Deli

- Rating: 4.8/5 (525 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1828 4th Ave. North Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Southern, Delis, Burgers
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Ethio Coffee House

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#2. Ethio Coffee House

- Rating: 4.9/5 (103 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2131 Murfreesboro Pike Ste 110 Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Ethiopian
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The Horn

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#1. The Horn

- Rating: 4.9/5 (233 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 619 Murfreesboro Pike Nashville, Tennessee
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Somali
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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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