{"id":27512,"date":"2019-07-03T17:00:07","date_gmt":"2019-07-03T17:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/?p=27512"},"modified":"2021-10-28T17:19:15","modified_gmt":"2021-10-28T17:19:15","slug":"cheap-eats-in-new-orleans","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.com\/stories\/cheap-eats-in-new-orleans\/","title":{"rendered":"Where to Find the Best Cheap Eats in New Orleans"},"content":{"rendered":"

Close your eyes and picture New Orleans<\/a>: colorful and dazzling yet with undertones of spooky swampland. There are the lively sounds of jazz bands and the glint of Mardi Gras beads, but also the stateliness of historic cemeteries. If one city can be all this, you can be sure its culinary scene is equally vibrant and diverse.<\/p>\n

Though you might be used to paying a pretty penny for an unforgettable dining experience, cheap eats in New Orleans are as plentiful as Spanish moss. What food is New Orleans known for? Follow our guide to the best food in New Orleans on the cheap!<\/p>\n

1. Gumbo Shop<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

630 St Peter New Orleans, LA, 70116<\/em><\/p>\n

It wouldn\u2019t be a visit to New Orleans without a bowl (or two, or three) of the city\u2019s signature dish. Gumbo represents New Orleans in more ways than one, from its many-layered flavors and textures to the blend of cultural cooking styles that contributed to its creation. While there are certainly favorites like jambalaya and red beans and rice on the menu, it\u2019s all about the gumbo. Take your pick of seafood okra gumbo, chicken andouille gumbo, or herbed gumbo and dig into the best food in New Orleans.<\/p>\n

2. Coop\u2019s Place<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

1109 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA, 70116<\/em><\/p>\n

Gumbo\u2019s cousin is jambalaya, a savory rice dish full of flavor. At Coop\u2019s Place, you can get a cup of the good stuff for under $7 and a bowl for under $10. After all, Coop\u2019s Place claims to be \u201cthe place to go for a true taste of New Orleans at down home prices,\u201d so eat your fill of the food New Orleans is famous for.<\/p>\n

3. Killer PoBoys<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

219 Dauphine St., New Orleans, LA, 70112<\/em><\/p>\n

You don\u2019t have to become a po\u2019 boy on your quest for the best local grub\u2014the po\u2019 boy sandwich is one of the best eats in New Orleans. At Killer PoBoys, you can try a classic Gulf Shrimp sandwich, or sample something unique like the BBQ Chicken Confit. With nothing over $15 on the menu, Killer PoBoys is a great stop for cheap food in New Orleans.<\/p>\n

4. Central Grocery & Deli<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

923 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA, 70116<\/em><\/p>\n

There\u2019s more than one sandwich putting New Orleans on the map. Central Grocery is well-known as the birthplace of the muffuletta sandwich, stuffed with rich and tangy ingredients including sliced cheese, olive salad, salami, and mortadella. You can get a muffuletta seven days a week at Central Grocery, and these sandwiches make for a perfect on-the-go lunch.<\/p>\n

5. Meals From the Heart Caf\u00e9<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

1100 N Peters St #13, New Orleans, A, 70116<\/em><\/p>\n

Though the cuisine of \u201cNawlins\u201d can be heavy on seafood and flour-based roux, those with special diets can partake in delicious meals at Meals From the Heart. This caf\u00e9 offers many vegan and\/or gluten-free options, including alternative versions of the po\u2019 boy sandwich, gumbo, and crab cakes.<\/p>\n

6. Caf\u00e9 du Monde<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

800 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA, 70116<\/em><\/p>\n

Sometimes it\u2019s nice to find a lesser-known eatery far away from the well-traveled tourist path. But you simply can\u2019t top the foodie classics. If you need a midday pick-me-up, head to Caf\u00e9 du Monde for chicory coffee and beignets (crispy, rectangular doughnuts coated in powdered sugar). Caf\u00e9 du Monde is world-famous for good reason: Their menu is simple, they\u2019re open 24 hours, and they\u2019ve been in the French Quarter since the 1860s. Who knew that some of the best cheap eats in New Orleans were so legendary?<\/p>\n

7. Mother\u2019s Restaurant<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

401 Poydras St., New Orleans, LA, 70130<\/em><\/p>\n

When you\u2019re in the South, do as the Southerners do and dig into a plate of fried chicken. Mother\u2019s Restaurant is one of the best cheap restaurants in New Orleans, with its potent spices and crispy chicken plates. Take your pick of half a friend chicken, or a smaller portion if you\u2019re rather fill up on their yummy sides of red beans and rice or grits.<\/p>\n

8. Stanley Restaurant<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

547 St Ann St., New Orleans, LA, 70116<\/em><\/p>\n

Bananas Foster is a classic New Orleans dessert, so why not eat dessert for breakfast with the Bananas Foster French Toast at Stanley\u2019s? That said, this menu isn\u2019t shy when it comes to decadent flavors. Chow down on the eggs Acadiana, which comes with poached eggs and creole hollandaise on toasted French bread. You can also cut into a thick stack of pancakes served with vanilla ice cream.<\/p>\n

9. Evans Creole Candy Company<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

848 Decatur St., New Orleans, LA, 70116<\/em><\/p>\n

A salty-sweet pecan praline is the perfect after-dinner snack, and Evans Creole Candy Company is the perfect place to pick one up. The best cheap food in New Orleans may just be the sweetest.<\/p>\n

10. Fry and Pie<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

2239 St. Claude Ave, LA, 70117<\/em><\/p>\n

Pecan pie is an unbeatable dessert, and the \u201cLush Nut\u201d pecan pie at Fry and Pie is an unbeatable choice\u2014both for its flavor and its price.<\/p>\n

11. Faubourg Bistro<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

700 Burgundy St., New Orleans, LA, 70116<\/em><\/p>\n

You might not automatically picture burgers and sandwiches when you think of New Orleans, but that\u2019s just because you\u2019ve never been to Faubourg Bistro. The menu is full of well-priced favorites, like a hearty bistro burger and Southern chicken sandwich. They also have more unique offerings like a firecracker cauliflower burger and PB&J chicken wings. Best of all? You can get nearly everything for under $10.<\/p>\n

12. Cajun Mike\u2019s<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

116 Baronne St., New Orleans, LA, 70112<\/em><\/p>\n

Can\u2019t get enough po\u2019 boys? We know just the place. Cajun Mike\u2019s offers a half dozen types of these popular Southern sandwiches. This hot spot features po\u2019 boys made with options like shrimp, oysters, BBQ pulled pork, chicken tenders, and hot roast beef. No wonder it\u2019s one of the best cheap eats in New Orleans.<\/p>\n

13. Majoria\u2019s Commerce Restaurant<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

300 Camp St., New Orleans, LA, 70130<\/em><\/p>\n

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day for a reason. Don\u2019t skimp when it comes to flavor (but do <\/em>skimp on high prices). Head to this local joint for a tasty meal. For under $10, you can enjoy a plate of saut\u00e9ed breakfast sausage, biscuits, and eggs. Or you can choose an omelet that comes with a side of toast and grits. If you\u2019re a bacon fanatic, the BLTs are only $6 if you want to order a second helping.<\/p>\n

14. South Market Pub & Bar<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n

735 St Joseph St., New Orleans, LA, 70130<\/em><\/p>\n

Planning on grabbing a pint while watching the Saints play? Time for snacks! This hot spot has the best bites around. The eggplant beignets, Southwest eggrolls, and fried fish sandwich all ring up under $10.<\/p>\n

While you might be tempted to spend your whole visit at the dining table, don\u2019t miss all the fun things to do in New Orleans<\/a>. Grab your chicory coffee and check out these fun, affordable activities:<\/p>\n