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Cheap San Jose Restaurants
Rose Donuts & Café is one of Cheap San Jose Restaurants.

1. Rose Donuts & Café

1818 Saratoga Ave (at Quito Rd), San Jose, CA
Sandwich Spot · 26 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Breakfast burrtios, fresh orange juice, wraps, all for cheap. They also serve lunch. Cash only they have sandwiches starting at $3.50. Read more.

Blue Rock BBQ is one of Cheap San Jose Restaurants.

2. Blue Rock BBQ

3001 Meridian Ave (at Foxworthy), San Jose, CA
BBQ Joint · 40 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: A great place to get BBQ in San Jose. They smoke everything on site, fresh and tasty. For $6.95 get a pulled pork sandwich with baked beans on the side. Big affordable portions. Read more.

Iguanas Taqueria is one of Cheap San Jose Restaurants.

3. Iguanas Taqueria

7.8
330 S 3rd St (btw San Carlos & San Salvador), San Jose, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 77 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Try a Burritozilla, which is 5lbs of burrito for $18.75, recently featured on Man v. Food and other shows. Their regular burritos are $3.50 and tacos are $2.50, open late. Read more.

California Sourdough is one of Cheap San Jose Restaurants.

4. California Sourdough

8.3
1150 Murphy Ave Ste A (at Oakland Rd), San Jose, CA
Sandwich Spot · Berryessa · 36 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Have a Reuben or some Spicy Turkey. Fresh bread and fresh meats put together for a perfect sandwich. Bread is baked often and sandwiches are all around $7. Read more.

Good Karma is one of Cheap San Jose Restaurants.

5. Good Karma

8.2
37 S 1st St, San Jose, CA
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 90 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Try their egg rolls or some Jamaican Jerk Tofu. Affordable prices, most meals are less than $10 for a large portion. Scrumptious vegan food, everyone can find something they like. Read more.

Taqueria Tlaquepaque is one of Cheap San Jose Restaurants.

6. Taqueria Tlaquepaque

2222 Lincoln Ave (at Curtner Ave.), San Jose, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Willow Glen · 31 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Considered the best Mexican fare in town. Servings are large and most dishes are less than $10. Try one of their burritos if you're feeling really hungry. Read more.

Pizz'a Chicago is one of Cheap San Jose Restaurants.

7. Pizz'a Chicago

155 W San Fernando St (at San Pedro St), San Jose, CA
Pizzeria · Downtown San Jose · 31 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Create your own pizza, dine in or have it delivered. This place serves deep dish gourmet starting at $12. They have so many toppings that a small can serve 2. Read more.

La Victoria Taqueria is one of Cheap San Jose Restaurants.

8. La Victoria Taqueria

8.3
140 E San Carlos St (at S 4th St.), San Jose, CA
Mexican Restaurant · Downtown San Jose · 146 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Open daily and late into the night, get a burrito for $7 which is huge. No frills, pay, sit and eat. Their orange sauce is famous and gives food a real kick. Read more.

Yuki Sushi is one of Cheap San Jose Restaurants.

9. Yuki Sushi

7.8
1140 Lincoln Ave (at Willow St), San Jose, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Willow Glen · 35 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Sushi and Japanese for less than $15. They draw a crowd so get there a little early. Voted best Japanese in town, dine in or takeout. Caution, they make things spicy. Read more.

Falafel's Drive-In is one of Cheap San Jose Restaurants.

10. Falafel's Drive-In

8.8
2301 Stevens Creek Blvd, San Jose, CA
Falafel Restaurant · Central San Jose · 164 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: This family owned drive-in has been around since 1960. A local favorite, they serve unique American food like burgers and ethnic food like falafel. Starting around $3 or $4. Read more.