Highest-rated cheap eats in Harrisonburg 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 Harrisonburg 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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Ruby's Arcade

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#29. Ruby's Arcade

- Rating: 3.3/5 (76 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 165 South Main St. Ste 100B Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Bars, Pizza, Arcades
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Mr J's Bagels & Deli

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#28. Mr J's Bagels & Deli

- Rating: 3.4/5 (179 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1635 East Market St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Bagels, Breakfast & Brunch, Sandwiches
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Bar-B-Q Ranch

3 / 29

#27. Bar-B-Q Ranch

- Rating: 3.5/5 (87 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3311 North Valley Pike Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Barbecue
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Mr J's Bagels & Deli

4 / 29

#26. Mr J's Bagels & Deli

- Rating: 3.5/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1731 South High St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Salad, Sandwiches, Bagels
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China Star

5 / 29

#25. China Star

- Rating: 3.6/5 (27 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1741 Virgina Ave. Ste K Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Chinese
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El Sol Mexican Restaurant

6 / 29

#24. El Sol Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 3.6/5 (52 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 68 South Carlton St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Mexican
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Gold Crown Billiards

7 / 29

#23. Gold Crown Billiards

- Rating: 3.7/5 (21 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 92 Chestnut Ridge Drive Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Pool Halls, Sports Bars, American
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Bojangles

8 / 29

#22. Bojangles

- Rating: 3.7/5 (37 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1880 Port Republic Road Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Fast food
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Greens & Grains Cafe

9 / 29

#21. Greens & Grains Cafe

- Rating: 3.7/5 (118 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 865 Port Republic Road Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Salad, Cafes, Sandwiches
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Francesco's

10 / 29

#20. Francesco's

- Rating: 3.7/5 (42 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 101 North Main St. Bridgewater, Virginia
- Categories: Italian
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Mr J's Bagels & Deli

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#19. Mr J's Bagels & Deli

- Rating: 3.8/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1741 Virginia Ave. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Bagels, Delis, Salad
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El Charro - Bridgewater

12 / 29

#18. El Charro - Bridgewater

- Rating: 3.9/5 (35 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 300 North Main St. Bridgewater, Virginia
- Categories: Mexican
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Urgie's Cheesesteak

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#17. Urgie's Cheesesteak

- Rating: 4.0/5 (111 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 245 East Water St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Cheesesteaks, Sandwiches, Sports Bars
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Pollo a La Brasa

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#16. Pollo a La Brasa

- Rating: 4.0/5 (46 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 182 Neff Ave. W9 Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Spanish, Peruvian
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Thomas House Restaurant

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#15. Thomas House Restaurant

- Rating: 4.1/5 (54 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 222 Main St. Dayton, Virginia
- Categories: Barbecue, Southern
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Benny Sorrentino's

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#14. Benny Sorrentino's

- Rating: 4.1/5 (90 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 64 South Mason St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Pizza
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J-Petal

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#13. J-Petal

- Rating: 4.1/5 (94 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1645 Reservoir St. Ste 170 Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt, Creperies, Poke
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L & S Diner

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#12. L & S Diner

- Rating: 4.2/5 (42 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 255 North Liberty St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Diners
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Sam's Hot Dogs of Harrisonburg

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#11. Sam's Hot Dogs of Harrisonburg

- Rating: 4.2/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 910 Reservoir St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Fast food, Hot Dogs
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La Morena

20 / 29

#10. La Morena

- Rating: 4.3/5 (70 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 751 Chicago Ave. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Mexican, Convenience Stores
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Cinnamon Bear Bakery & Deli

21 / 29

#9. Cinnamon Bear Bakery & Deli

- Rating: 4.4/5 (171 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 600 University Blvd. Ste East Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Bakeries, Delis, Cafes
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Xenia Kebab Grille

22 / 29

#8. Xenia Kebab Grille

- Rating: 4.4/5 (493 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 219 Burgess Road Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Greek
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Vito's Pizza Pie

23 / 29

#7. Vito's Pizza Pie

- Rating: 4.5/5 (96 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4741 Spotswood Trl Penn Laird, Virginia
- Categories: Pizza
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Vietopia

24 / 29

#6. Vietopia

- Rating: 4.5/5 (235 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1015 Port Republic Road Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Vietnamese, Sandwiches, Noodles
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Babylon

25 / 29

#5. Babylon

- Rating: 4.5/5 (45 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1435 South Main St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Middle Eastern, International Grocery
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Grilled Cheese Mania

26 / 29

#4. Grilled Cheese Mania

- Rating: 4.5/5 (295 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1476 South Main St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Sandwiches, American, Soup
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Tacos El Primo

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#3. Tacos El Primo

- Rating: 4.6/5 (100 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1110 Reservoir St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Mexican, Food Trucks
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Heritage Bakery & Cafe

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#2. Heritage Bakery & Cafe

- Rating: 4.7/5 (129 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 212 South Main St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Cafes, Bakeries
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Kangnam Style

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#1. Kangnam Style

- Rating: 4.9/5 (74 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1106 Reservoir St. Harrisonburg, Virginia
- Categories: Korean, Food Trucks
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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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