Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Uptown Veg, Make My Cake and Uptown Veg 2, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 48 cheap dining experiences
Find cheap american restaurants in Harlem. Great american food that fits your budget.
Harlem's Cheap American Destinations
Harlem’s dynamic food scene offers an incredible array of budget-friendly options that capture the soulful essence of the neighborhood without breaking the bank. This collection highlights a diverse range of American staples from spots like Harlem Biscuit Company and Mo's Famous Burgers, while also featuring international flavors spanning French, Spanish, and Vietnamese cuisines. Whether you are looking for a quick snack at Levain Bakery or a nourishing bowl from FIELDTRIP Harlem, these accessible gems ensure a delicious and affordable dining experience in the heart of Upper Manhattan.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap American Restaurants in Harlem | Cheap American Food
- Uptown Veg · rated 5/5: American.
- Make My Cake · rated 5/5: American.
- Uptown Veg 2 · rated 5/5: American.
- Vegan Hood · rated 5/5: American.
- Levain Bakery · rated 5/5: American.
- Nokka LLC · rated 5/5: American.
- West Restaurant Consulting · rated 5/5: American.
- Juke Box Juice & Salads · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Broadway Sage · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Halal Flamez · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Harlem Hops · rated 4.7/5: American.
- mister Leroy's · rated 4.6/5: American.
- Manhattanville Coffee · rated 4.6/5: American.
- Okis Soul Food Restaurant NYC · rated 4.6/5: American.
- The Edge · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Minton's Playhouse · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Vegan Hood · rated 4.5/5: American.
- FIELDTRIP Harlem · rated 4.5/5: American.
- The Edge Harlem · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Ginny's Supper Club · rated 4.5/5: American.
- The Corner Lounge · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Happy Mama's · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Mo's Famous Burgers · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Lenox Fast Food · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Harlem Biscuit Company · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Red Rooster Harlem · rated 4.4/5: American.
- The Little Hot Dog Wagon · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Mess Hall · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Jacob Soul Food Restaurant · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Greedy Pot · rated 4.4/5: American.
How this list is built
Chefi analyzes each restaurant’s menu and tags every dish’s dietary suitability with an ingredient-based engine. Restaurants with at least three matching dishes on their current menu rank first, ordered by diner ratings, with the number of matching dishes breaking ties; owner-verified restaurants are highlighted at the top. Lists refresh as menus and ratings change.
