With the advent of Big Data, it’s easier than ever to quantify what people like around the globe. And when it comes to food—particularly easy, cheap eats—Americans have very specific opinions. Dining brands in the U.S. have a long and storied history, and whether they’re fast food, fast-casual, high-end, or super cheap, American restaurants offer something for almost everyone.
Stacker compiled a list of the highest rated restaurants in Dayton that are listed as “cheap eats” on Tripadvisor. Easy, inexpensive options here run the gamut of cuisine, service options, and styles. The restaurants on this list are chock-full of variety, mixing ethnicities, food regions, and cultures into steaming melting pots of deliciousness.
Anyone reading the list will surely see some favorite eateries and classic go-to restaurants. Keep reading to see if any of your favorite cheap eateries made the list.
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#29. Centerville Pizza
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (14 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Pizza, Deli
– Address: 9470 Dayton Lebanon Pike, Dayton, OH 45458-3847
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#28. Burrito King Restaurant
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (16 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Mexican, Latin
– Address: 2307 Valley Pike, Dayton, OH 45404-2545
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#27. Waffle House
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (15 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Diner
– Address: 7800 Brandt Pike, Dayton, OH 45424-2344
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#26. Legacy Pancake House
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (25 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American
– Address: 1510 N Keowee St, Dayton, OH 45404-1105
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#25. LaRosa’s Pizza Centerville
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (24 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Pizza
– Address: 291 E. Alex-Bell Rd., Dayton, OH 45459
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#24. Skyline Chili
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (17 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: not available
– Type of cuisine: American
– Address: 2724 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45419
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#23. Hasty Tasty Pancake House
– Rating: 3.5 / 5 (78 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (3.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Address: 3509 Linden Ave, Dayton, OH 45410-3022
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#22. Cheeky Pies
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (14 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: not available
– Address: 600 E 2nd St, Dayton, OH 45402-1381
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#21. Skyline Chili
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (20 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Fast Food
– Address: 1153 Brown Street, Dayton, OH 45409
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#20. Xuan Vietnamese Thai Cuisine
– Rating: 5.0 / 5 (11 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (5.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Asian, Vietnamese
– Address: 4770 Airway Rd, Dayton, OH 45431-1335
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#19. Benjamin’s the Burger Master
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (17 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: not available
– Address: 1000 N Main St, Dayton, OH 45405-4212
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#18. Steak Thyme Subs
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (33 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Greek
– Address: 4040 Wilmington Pike, Dayton, OH 45440-1604
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#17. Debbie’s Restaurant
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (23 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Address: 2620 Valley Pike, Dayton, OH 45404-2605
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#16. South Park Tavern
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (40 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Bar, Pizza
– Address: 1301 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH 45410-1409
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#15. The Brunch Club
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (57 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (2.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Address: 601 S Main St, Dayton, OH 45402-2707
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#14. Marion’s Piazza
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (34 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Pizza
– Address: 711 Shroyer Rd, Dayton, OH 45419-3657
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#13. Piada Italian Street Food
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (54 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Italian, Asian
– Address: 1047 Miamisburg Centerville Rd, Dayton, OH 45459-6711
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#12. 416 Diner
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (26 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Address: 416 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402
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#11. Flying Pizza
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (34 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Pizza, Italian
– Address: 223 N Main St, Dayton, OH 45402-1206
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#10. Warped Wing Brewery
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (41 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Bar, Pub
– Address: 26 Wyandot St, Dayton, OH 45402-2145
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#9. BIBIBOP Asian Grill
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (26 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Asian, Fast Food
– Address: 1200 Brown St University of Dayton, Dayton, OH 45409-2749
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#8. Tank’s Bar & Grill
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (158 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Bar
– Address: 2033 Wayne Ave, Dayton, OH 45410-2134
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#7. Skyline Chili
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (102 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: American
– Address: 6910 Miller Ln, Dayton, OH 45414-2657
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#6. Smokin’ Bar-B-Que
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (69 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.0/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Barbecue
– Address: 200 E 5th St Oregon District, Dayton, OH 45402-2406
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#5. Fusian
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (76 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Japanese, Sushi
– Address: 1200 Brown St. #125, Dayton, OH 45409
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#4. Stoney’s Munchie Bar
– Rating: 5.0 / 5 (21 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: not available
– Type of cuisine: American, Diner
– Address: 1929 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45403-2309
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#3. Taqueria Mixteca
– Rating: 4.0 / 5 (144 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: Mexican, Latin
– Address: 1609 E 3rd St, Dayton, OH 45403-1822
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#2. Slyder’s Tavern
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (103 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (5.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
– Type of cuisine: American, Bar
– Address: 836 Watervliet Ave, Dayton, OH 45420-2714
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#1. Joe’s Pizzeria
– Rating: 4.5 / 5 (157 reviews)
– Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (3.5/5)
– Type of cuisine: Pizza
– Address: 4313 Airway Rd, Dayton, OH 45431-1327
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