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Meals Under $20 for the Best Cheap Eats in Austin

  • April 24, 2025
  • | 1:01 PM

Looking for some good eats for a steal? Austin being the foodie town that it is, there are tons of bargain options! Whether you’re looking for a whole pizza, sandwiches, or happy hour deals, we’ve got the best guide for eatin’ cheap! Read on to find some of our best cheap eats in Austin that are $20 or under.

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Cenote for Breakfast

Find breakfast staples like classic American eggs and bacon and breakfast tacos all for next to nothing at Cenote! You can find fresh pastries and gluten-free options from their baked goods supplier Morning Bakery as well! Have breakfast for two for $20 when you order a classic breakfast plate for $9, breakfast sandwich for $9, or avocado toast for $8. Check out Cenote’s East Cesar Chavez or Windsor Park location for the best cheap eats in Austin!

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Taco Joint for Tex-Mex

Grab all your favorite taco varieties for next to nothing when you visit Taco Joint! This Austin staple offers tons of breakfast taco options like chorizo & egg, bacon & egg, ham & egg, bean & cheese, potato & cheese, etc. All breakfast tacos are just $3! Get the El Gringo for some greens (comes with egg whites & spinach) or a classic barbacoa taco with a side of pico for $3.95. Grab 3-4 tacos or 2 burritos for under $20!

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? NG Cafe

NG Cafe

Indulge in inspired Asian cuisine with meals created from scratch at NG Cafe. Located in far North Austin, the cafe serves its signature speciality Banh Mi sandwiches all under $10 with options from pate and ham to tofu to pork belly! Takeouts can be placed online or if you want the full experience, head on over and to their indoor diner.

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Pinthouse Pizza

Home some of Austin’s most popular beers Pinthouse Pizza will satiate you in all of the ways. At the original location on Burnet Road, Pinthouse Pizza offers various local brews, like the most popular electric jellyfish hazy IPA. Grab a pint and pizza for a bargain when you get a small pizza for $8-$8.50 or appetizers like pizza rolls for under $3 too!

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BarChi

Get an assortment of your favorite sushi rolls and appetizers when you check out BarChi’s selection of sushi options. Order various appetizers like gyoza, edamame, or takoyaki for under $7. Order two basic sushi rolls during regular hours or 3-4 rolls during happy hour for under $20. Sushi doesn’t usually come cheap, so get to one of our favorite cheap eats in Austin at BarChi!

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Home Slice Pizza

We can’t forget one of Austin’s favorite spots to grab a classic NY-style pizza: Home Slice Pizza! This staple for whole pies and slices offers great salads, sandwiches, and pizzas for a deal! Single slices are about $4-$4.50 or you can get 4 slices for under $20, or grab a slice and dessert for under $20 for a classic combo. Home Slice is a great spot to stop while cruising on SoCo or if you find yourself in the North Loop neighborhood.

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? Bao'd Up

Bao'd Up

If you’re looking to munch on the delicious steamed buns stuffed with savory or sweet fillings that is called Bao Buns, we have the perfect spot for you! Bao’d Up serves up the popular Chinese street food and breakfast staple with options such as a combination basket that comes with two baos and one side only for about $11 and bowls that are around $12 where you can either create your own or order off the menu! There are many delicious meals to chose from!

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? Nickel City

Delray Cafe

This Detroit-style food truck located outside of Nickel City bar serves up the most tasty items that you do not want to miss out on. Every single item on the Delray Cafe menu is under $10 which we feel is a steal! Bite on items such as chili-topped coney dogs, wings, filling sliders, cheesy tater tots, and onion rings. If you’re the type that gets hungry while sipping on a nice cold beer, the food here will satisfy your needs!

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? P. Terry's Burger Stand

P. Terry's Burger Stand

This burger stand is a local Austin favorite and was voted the best burger by the Austin American Statesman in 2021 and we all know what we’re talking about. P. Terry’s Burger Stand of course! The home-grown chain emphasizes quality and freshness and sells very affordable burgers with an option for vegetarians. The delicious and filling combos are no more than $10 so we recommend adding a delicious shake to that order and see why this spot really is the best!

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