Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken, Bryant's Breakfast and Makeda's Homemade Butter Cookies, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Memphis's Cheap American Destinations
Memphis is a city where soulful flavors meet budget-friendly prices, offering a wealth of classic American comfort food that won't break the bank. From the legendary crunch of Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken to the hearty morning staples at Bryant's Breakfast, this collection highlights the best spots for a satisfying and affordable meal. Whether you are craving a savory main course or a sweet treat like the iconic snacks from Makeda's Homemade Butter Cookies, these local favorites capture the authentic culinary spirit of the Bluff City.
6 restaurants in Best Cheap American Restaurants in Memphis | Cheap American Food
- Gus's World Famous Fried Chicken · rated 5/5: American.
- Bryant's Breakfast · rated 4/5: American.
- Makeda's Homemade Butter Cookies · rated 3/5: American.
- Jim 'N Nick's Bar-B-Q · rated 3/5: American.
- Makeda's Homemade Butter Cookies · rated 3/5: American.
- Nosh-a-Rye Deli (at Memphis Jewish Home & Rehab): Restaurant.
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.
