Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are Billy's Bakery, Levain Bakery and Social House South U, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
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Upper West Side's Cheap American Destinations
Exploring the Upper West Side doesn’t have to break the bank thanks to a diverse array of affordable eateries that capture the neighborhood's classic charm. This curated selection features everything from quick-service staples like 7th Street Burger and Billy’s Hot Dog Cart to cozy neighborhood hangouts like City Diner and Dive Bar. Whether you are in the mood for a famous treat from Levain Bakery, a hearty bagel from Kossar's, or a variety of American and Chinese comfort foods, these budget-friendly spots offer satisfying flavors for every palate.
30 restaurants in Best Cheap American Restaurants in Upper West Side | Cheap American Food
- Billy's Bakery · rated 5/5: American.
- Levain Bakery · rated 5/5: American.
- Social House South U · rated 5/5: American.
- Lela's Kitchen · rated 5/5: American.
- Billy’s Hot Dog Cart · rated 4.9/5: American.
- Lyla's Bodega · rated 4.8/5: American.
- 72ND Eatery · rated 4.8/5: American.
- Sipsteria · rated 4.7/5: American.
- The Wolfe · rated 4.7/5: Steakhouse.
- Aroma Burgers · rated 4.7/5: American.
- TAP NYC | 100% Gluten-Free Sandwiches & Açaí Bowls | Midtown East · rated 4.7/5: American.
- The Owl's Tail · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Virgil's Real BBQ - Upper West Side · rated 4.7/5: American.
- Wafels & Dinges · rated 4.6/5: American.
- Maison Pickle · rated 4.5/5: American.
- 5 Napkin Burger · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Ashford & Simpson's Sugar Bar · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Haven · rated 4.5/5: American.
- Peacefood Cafe · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Barney Greengrass · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Blossom on Columbus · rated 4.4/5: American.
- The Milling Room · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Fred's · rated 4.4/5: American.
- 7th Street Burger · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Asset · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Hi Life Bar & Grill · rated 4.4/5: American.
- AMSTERDAM BURGER NYC · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Daily Provisions - Upper West Side · rated 4.4/5: American.
- Prohibition · rated 4.4/5: American.
- TESSA · rated 4.4/5: Mediterranean.
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.
