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Cheap Gainesville Restaurants
Copper Monkey is one of Cheap Gainesville Restaurants.

1. Copper Monkey

1700 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL
Bar · University Park · 17 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Excellent burger joint. Their University Avenue burger (with grilled onions, sautéed mushrooms and provolone cheese) deserves its status as the most popular burger. Read more.

The Swamp Restaurant is one of Cheap Gainesville Restaurants.

2. The Swamp Restaurant

1642 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL
Restaurant · University Park · 41 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Dining at The Swamp is as much about being there then about what’s on your plate. It’s the place to be on game day, and a common meeting place for the university’s fraternities and sororities. Read more.

Mi Apá Latin Café is one of Cheap Gainesville Restaurants.

3. Mi Apá Latin Café

8.7
114 SW 34th St, Gainesville, FL
Latin American Restaurant · 58 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Check out the best Cuban food in town at Mi Apa. The ropa vieja (shredded beef cooked with onions, tomatoes, and sweet peppers) will make you melt in your seat, and is well worth the price at $7.79. T Read more.

Leonardo's Pizza is one of Cheap Gainesville Restaurants.

4. Leonardo's Pizza

8.3
4131 NW 16th Blvd, Gainesville, FL
Pizzeria · 24 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Looking for a pizza joint that offers more than the basic pepperoni and sausage options? Come for the lunch special a slice of their gourmet pizza, salad bar, and a soft drink for $7.53. Leonardo’s i Read more.

Burrito Brothers Taco Company is one of Cheap Gainesville Restaurants.

5. Burrito Brothers Taco Company

1402 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL
Burrito Restaurant · University Park · 50 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Freshly made burritos and enchiladas all under $6.00. For something cheap and filling try the tacos-- 3 for $5.00. Read more.

Satchel's Pizza is one of Cheap Gainesville Restaurants.

6. Satchel's Pizza

9.3
1800 NE 23rd Ave, Gainesville, FL
Pizzeria · 92 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Visit during lunch (11-4p) to get their daily special—a salad and 1 topping pizza for $6.50. If you’re lucky you may even be able to dine inside their trademark van. Read more.