Looking for restaurants? Our top picks are HipCityVeg, Hummus Grill and Just Salad, ranked by diner ratings. The full list below updates as menus change.
Discover the top 3 cheap dining experiences
Find cheap places for salad in University City. Top-rated salad spots at the right price.
University City's Cheap Salad Destinations
University City offers a wealth of budget-friendly greens for students and locals looking for a fresh, affordable meal in the heart of Philadelphia. This collection highlights the neighborhood's diverse flavors, ranging from the plant-based American favorites at HipCityVeg and Just Salad to the savory Middle Eastern bowls at Hummus Grill. Whether you are grabbing a quick bite between classes or sitting down for a wholesome lunch, these spots prove that eating well on a budget is easy to find.
3 restaurants in Best Cheap Salad in University City | Top Cheap Spots
- HipCityVeg · rated 5/5: American.
- Hummus Grill · rated 4/5: Middle Eastern.
- Just Salad: 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.

