20 best affordable L.A. Restaurants for under $15 meals

Let's look at the most affordable L.A. Restaurants

20) Borjstar Shawarma Shop

Despite the rich lifestyle with a lot of influence from Hollywood, there are many LA restaurants where people can buy a meal under $15. For non-vegetarians, Borjstar Shawarma Shop is a great place to fill their tummies. They serve Arabic-style shawarma wraps filled with chicken and beef mixed with lamb.

19) Uncle Paulie's

Uncle Paulie's is indeed a celeb-favorite sandwich shop. This Queens-based eatery expanded over time and also opened an outlet in Studio City which is often visited by many well-known names of Hollywood.

Besides sandwiches, this eatery also sells a wide range of breakfast and snack options. It can be said that it is among the most popular affordable LA restaurants.

18) Zankou Chicken

Zankou Chicken is a restaurant chain in Southern California that is known for its American-influenced spit-roasted meats. For those looking to buy a meal for less than $15 has a wide menu to choose from.

The restaurant has pita wraps with chicken fillings, kebab plates, and plates with hummus, veggies, bread, and chicken all fall in the under $15 category.

17) SweetFin

It is known to all that seafood is never inexpensive and buying a meal can always exceed one's budget, especially in California.

However, SweetFin in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, has a wide range of fresh fish dishes to offer for less than $15. The restaurant also has many vegan options and their entire menu is gluten-free.

16) Sunday Gravy

Only a few LA restaurants offer affordable Italian options that are also delicious and filling. One among them is Sunday Gravy. Situated on Centinela Avenue, Inglewood, the restaurant is a favorite spot of many in the city.

Their Chef Sol Bashirian prepares mouth-watering Italian delicacies, such as lasagna, garlic butter shrimp, and more.

15) Earle's

Earle's mostly has a more relaxed and chatty environment that is enjoyed by many. Located on Crenshaw Boulevard, it sells classic hot dogs that are perfectly grilled.

They have plenty of variety in their menu that ranges from chicken to beef and even some vegetarian options that are all affordable. Moreover, they sell some of the best chili cheese fries among all LA restaurants.

14) StormBurger

StormBurger is among the newest LA restaurants that serve meals on a budget. It is situated on North La Brea Avenue and has a short menu. While it is a unique feature of the outlet, their prices are also mindblowing.

It is very easy to order a meal with their signature burger and a few sides at StormBurger which makes it a must-visit place.

13) Shin's Pizza

Shin's Pizza is located in Cypress Park which surprisingly sells pizzas with fresh ingredients that too on a budget. They offer a cozy and warm space for customers to sit while the aroma of Italian delicacies reaches their hearts.

What makes them unique in the area is that they offer slices of all pizza options and customers can try several toppings in one bill.

12) Aloha Cafe

Aloha Cafe is one of the very few LA restaurants that have a vast tummy-filling breakfast menu under a budget. The cafe, which has been serving its customers since 2004, sells some of the best stick-to-the-ribs meals in the region.

One must try their loco moco, made with two eggs, a ground beef patty, and grilled onions as it only costs $12.95.

11) HomeState

HomeState is a Texas-Mexican chain in Los Angeles that has more growing outlets in Southern California. They offer some fresh tacos for breakfast made with flour tortillas or some made with corn, stuffed eggs, bacon, potatoes, refried beans, and much more under a budget. One can easily fill their belly without making a hole in their pockets.

10) Liu's Cafe

Liu's Cafe has brought some Taiwanese and Hong Kong culture to Los Angeles with their cuisine. Located in the heart of Koreatown, the place is known for its Chiayi chicken over rice, spicy wontons, and braised pork belly, everything that reminds customers of the Asian culture. Almost everything at this cafe is priced at just over $10.

9) Cava

Among the several La restaurants on the list, Cava has the fastest-growing chain. They have some carefully sourced vegetables wth them and provide ingredients to customers to make their own bowl with greens, grains, chicken, and roasted potato.

What makes it extra special is that these belly-filling bowls begin at only $12. For kids, one meal might cost around $7.25.

8) Bé Ù

Vietnamese cuisine is very popular in the city and Bé Ù is among the very few LA restaurants that serve food with its authentic taste. Located on Hoover Street in Virgil Village, the restaurant serves several dishes under $15, including double-fried wings with fish sauce blend, grilled corn with few sides, and more.

7) Taquería Frontera

Taquería Frontera is a Tijuana-style corner situated in Cypress Park of the city. Besides its taste, the restaurant is also known for its cozy seating and the open window seats with a beautiful view.

Their burritos, smoky carne asadas, and queso tacos are worth trying and can fill one's belly for under $12.

6) Heng Heng Chicken Rice

Among the many cuisines that are popular in the city, Heng Heng Chicken Rice is among the few LA restaurants that serve Hainanese food (food popular on the island of Hainan).

Their most popular dish is poached Hainanese chicken which is served either in white or dark meat, as per the customer's choice.

5) Super Rad Sub Shop

Super Rad Sub Shop is among the very rare LA restaurants that serve affordable food in West Hollywood. Their entire menu has the most pocket-friendly options that are perfect for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

While patrons can easily buy breakfast for under $12, they can also order lunch for two under $20.

4) Super Burger

When it comes to picking a heavy meal, a person can never go wrong with burgers. Super Burger is a popular place in Los Angeles that sells some of the most filling burgers.

While one can order a cheeseburger for $7.95, two people can easily fill their tummies with chicken teriyaki, rice, and veggies that only cost $15.95.

3) Borekas Sephardic Pastries

Borekas, aka bourekas, are baked pastries prepared as a part of Sephardic Jewish and Israeli cuisine. These savories are made with a variety of puff and phyllo pastries served with various types of fillings.

Borekas Sephardic Pastries sell some of the best savories in Los Angeles and patrons are fond of them. Along with being delicious, they are also pocket-friendly.

2) Mala Class

Mala Class is located in Highland Park and is among the most cozy LA restaurants. Besides a nice seat to enjoy a meal with friends and family, it also provides guests with affordable meal options.

The eater is known for fried chicken wings, pork dumplings, and other dishes prepared by Chef Michael Yang.

1) Avi Cue

Avi Cue, a Mediterranean-themed restaurant, is among the most affordable LA Restaurants. It has a vast menu with almost every dish priced under $15.

The outlet offers Wagyu beef, shawarma, and many other mouth-watering delicacies. It is situated on Ventura Boulevard and patrons are advised to order their food in advance to avoid standing in queues.