Best Cheap Eats in Las Vegas (2025)
A downtown original where New York–style slices, Evel Knievel memorabilia, and late-night hours meet. Frequently cited by Thrillist and praised by local critics, it’s known for slice-and-beer deals and a rowdy back-patio vibe steps off Fremont Street.
A Chinatown institution for Kurume‑style tonkotsu ramen with deep, porky broth and thin noodles. Often spotlighted by Eater and Food & Wine as a neighborhood essential, it remains one of the valley’s best-value bowls.
Handmade xiao long bao and Shanghainese street dishes from chef Jimmy Li, a James Beard Award semifinalist. Covered by the Las Vegas Review‑Journal and highlighted in Eater’s Chinatown guides, it delivers careful craft at wallet‑friendly prices.
It’s 5pm and every single person in your group has separately texted you asking about the dinner reservation. No, your friends haven’t suddenly become super time-conscious, they’re all just still full from lunch at Viva Las Arepas. This Venezuelan restaurant downtown specializes in arepas (all of which are under $8), but we’re big fans of getting a few empanadas as well. And before you leave, grab a guava and cheese pastelito to go because if you’re already pushing dinner back, you might as well get a snack.
A longtime Chinatown bakery with old‑school prices and a cult vegan selection. Regularly listed by Eater Vegas among the city’s best doughnut shops, its maple bars, twists, and fritters sell out early.
A 1969 neighborhood classic serving from‑scratch breakfasts, pies, and daily specials. Recognized by the Las Vegas Review‑Journal and cherished by locals, it’s the place for generous plates that still feel priced for regulars.
Inside a family‑owned casino just off the Strip, this 21+ barbecue room serves rib and chicken combos that win local awards. Frequently recommended by budget guides and The Infatuation’s cheap‑eats lists, it’s hearty, smoky, and inexpensive.
A Mexico City family runs this counter spot known for cochinita pibil tacos, consomé loco, and weekend barbacoa. Featured by Las Vegas Weekly and Time Out, it’s a humble room with big flavors and small prices.
A mom‑and‑pop mash‑up where bulgogi meets tacos and kimchi spices burritos. Praised by Las Vegas Weekly and included on Eater’s fusion roundups, it’s inventive comfort food that stays under the $15 mark.