10 Best Restaurants in NOLA on a Budget
It's no secret that New Orleans has some of the best food in the country. Known for its culinary skill and its unique Creole twists, it is hard not to spend all your money sampling the best dishes that the city has to offer.
Looking for some great places to eat at without breaking the bank? Here's is a list of the top 10 affordable places to eat in the Big Easy!
1. Dat Dog
Multiple Locations
With locations around the city, Dat Dog is a New Orleans favorite for a casual, fun environment and great food. Known for their wide variety of "dogs," Dat Dog serves beef, pork, crawfish, duck, and alligator sausages, as well as vegetarian and vegan options such as Vegan Bratwurst and the Vegan Apple Sage Dog. You can choose from one of their signature dogs or build your own, starting from your sausage type and adding toppings. For sides, they offer tater tots and fries, which you can get plain or loaded. If hot dogs are not your style, they also serve burgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, and more.
2. Melba's
Multiple Locations
Melba's is a favorite location for po-boys and Creole food. Started in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, Melba's quickly became a place for community to gather and enjoy New Orleans' culinary delights. With locations on Elysian Fields Avenue and Tulane Avenue, Melba's is open 24/7 and serves breakfast from 4 a.m. to 11 a.m., as well as lunch and dinner around the clock. Besides po-boys, they also serve chicken wings, chicken tenders, burgers, and more.
3. Verti Marte
1201 Royal St., (504) 525-4767
Located in the French Quarter and open 24/7, Verti Marte offers a variety of diner food with a Creole twist. Some of their menu items include Muffulettas, Fried Shrimp Sandwiches, and Mac and Cheese. Perfect for a late night meal, they also offer delivery through UberEats and Grub Hub. Make sure to also try out their delicious breakfast menu.
4. Camellia Grill
626 S. Carrollton Ave., (504) 309-2679
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Located on S. Carrolton Avenue along the St. Charles streetcar line, Camellia Grill has offered good food and a warm atmosphere since 1946. Camellia Grill prides itself on being a melting pot of New Orleans, where people from all walks of life around the city gather to dine. It serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and each entree is made to order, allowing for customizations. Their burgers and po-boys are worth checking out.
5. Killer Poboys
Multiple Locations
Killer Po'boys has two locations: one being a larger stand alone location on Dauphine Street and the other being a smaller shop in the Erin Rose bar on Conti Street. Their menu is simple and straightforward: po-boys served a variety of different ways. They have seafood, beef, pork, chicken, and vegetarian options. Each of their po-boys are truly unique, such as the Glazed Pork Belly and the Thai BBQ Tofu.
6. Daisy Dukes
Multiple Locations
With six locations across the city, Daisy Dukes offers Southern eats with a Cajun and New Orleans-style twist. Known for their Bloody Mary drinks and for offering breakfast all day long, Daisy Dukes is beloved by locals and tourists alike. They also offer online ordering and delivery. Make sure to try their special combo plates, all of which come with red beans or a cup of gumbo.
7. Felipe's Mexican Taqueria
Multiple Locations
Felipe's has five locations in New Orleans, as well as spots in Florida and Massachusetts, offering drinks, chips and dips, tacos, and sides. Everything is made from scratch and in small batches to remain authentic and delicious. They also offer catering and online ordering. Customize your perfect meal or go for one of Felipe's signature dishes, such as the Mexico City Tacos.
8. Clover Grill
900 Bourbon St., (504) 598-1010
Nestled in a street corner on Bourbon Street, the Clover Grill has a 1950s diner style and feel. Open 24/7, the Clover Grill serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Their prices are hard to beat, which is hard to find in the French Quarter. They offer breakfast favorites all day such as biscuits and gravy, waffles, and more. For lunch and dinner foods, they have burgers, sandwiches, and a pie of the day.
9. Juan's Flying Burrito
Multiple Locations
Juan's Flying Burrito offers Mexican cuisine with a Creole influence. Their menu includes drinks, chips and dips, tacos, nachos, burritos, salads, and more. They also offer catering and online ordering. They have locations in the Lower Garden District, Uptown, the CBD, and Mid-City.
10. Turtle Bay
1119 Decatur St., (504) 586-0563
Turtle Bay serves Louisiana bar food that is sure to delight. Their menu includes starters like fried pickles, sandwiches, burgers, pizzas, and more. They are located in the French Quarter and are open 24/7. Make sure to visit during crawfish season to experience they're award winning crawfish!
Best NOLA Bites on a Budget
No matter what kind of food you are looking for, this list has something for you to indulge in the culinary delights of New Orleans without breaking the bank!
