Miami's Best Cheap Eats 2008

by MiamiCitysearch  -  October 08, 2008

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You voted for the best Cheap Eats in Miami, and we counted. Check out the results below.

1. The Big Cheese

8080 SW 67th Ave, Miami, FL

Good, cheap, plentiful food for those who need it most—college students and families.

Reviews:

  • “best cesar”
  • “Best Pizza in Town”
  • “great atmosphere, awesome food”
  • “Fun place and good pizza”
  • “Simply Awsome Pizza!!!”

Tips: Portions here are made to feed at least two, so if you’re vying for dinner and dessert, order one entree to share or expect to take some to go.

The Big Cheese

The Big Cheese

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2. Moonlite Diner

3500 Oakwood Blvd, Hollywood, FL

Serving all day breakfast and open late, locals flock for a variety of sandwiches and milkshakes at cheap prices.

Reviews:

  • “Best burger”
  • “Best diner in south florida”
  • “Great food,fast seating, great hang out after a late night movie”
  • “Very Over rated”
  • “overated!”

Moonlite Diner

3. Casola's Pizza

2437 SW 17th Ave, Miami, FL

Reviews:

  • “Literally Addicting”
  • “You usually can’t go wrong with pizza and subs, but Casola’s fails miserably”
  • “For those who prefer Quantity over Quality”
  • “Best pizza anywhere, Avoid on Friday nights, Great customer service”
  • BEST TIRAMESU IN THE WORLD

Casola’s Pizza

4. Puerto Sagua

700 Collins Ave, Miami Beach, FL

Modest, dependable Cuban diner serves comfort food to movers and shakers.

Reviews:

  • “Great Food”
  • “Good.”
  • ""
  • “Only a non-Cuban would like the place”
  • “Best croqueta con jamon!”

Puerto Sagua

5. Fritz and Franz Bierhaus

60 Merrick Way, Coral Gables, FL

Lively Merrick Way bierhaus wants to pump you up with traditional Bavarian dishes and a vast beer selection.

Reviews:

  • “Management MUST be awesome…”
  • “best schnizel and sausages in town!”
  • “Schnitzel is amazing”
  • “What a nightmare!!!”
  • “Run away from it!!”

Tips: In addition to the impressive array of beers, there is also a sweet selection of wines, brandies and schnapps.

Fritz and Franz Bierhaus

6. Senor Frog's

3480 Main Hwy, Coconut Grove, FL

Rowdy patrons celebrate Cinco de Mayo year-round at this Tex-Mex hot spot.

Tips: Planning a late dinner? On weekend nights, the eatery switches to a festive nightclub by 11pm, so come ready to party—or dine early.

Senor Frog’s

Senor Frog's

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7. Canton Restaurant

8565 SW 24th St., Miami, FL

Restaurant specializes in Cantonese favorites made from fresh ingredients.

Reviews:

  • “Pathetic service and rude staff”

Canton Restaurant

8. Versailles Restaurant

3555 SW Eighth St, Miami, FL

Famous for its kitschiness and early-morning hours, this Cuban version of Denny’s has fans of every generation.

Reviews:

  • “Authentic food, authentic Cuban feel- Service is HORRIBLE…”
  • “amazing food, TERRIBLE SERVICE
  • “Best Cuban Ambiance”
  • “¡Viva Versailles! – el MEJOR restaurante cubano en Miami”
  • BAD ATTITUDE

Tips: While usually very family-friendly, the wee hours will often draw a younger, rowdier crowd looking for a hearty meal after a night of South Beach club-hopping.

Versailles Restaurant

9. Arbetter's Hot Dogs

8747 SW 40th St, Miami, FL

You’re a winner if it’s a wiener you crave at this casual institution where generations of fans “relish” hot dogs.

Reviews:

  • ARBETTER FAMILY RULE MIAMI
  • “TO : JENNOK THE CUCKOO
  • “User guideline”
  • “user guideline”
  • “Unacceptable Content:”

Tips: Service is always lightning-quick, but you may want to avoid the first hour of the day on weekdays when area schools break for lunch.

Arbetter’s Hot Dogs

10. Five Guys

3401 N Miami Ave, Miami, FL

Fresh burgers and even fresher fries turn fast food into comfort food at this throwback joint.

Reviews:

  • GREAT BACON BURGER AND TASTY CAJUN FRIES
  • “Solid Fresh Food that Tastes Better than other Hamburger Places”
  • “Best Burger under $15”

Tips: The fries are done up in peanut oil, but it won’t be the first peanut sampling for you. Shelled peanuts are complimentary as you wait for your order.

Five Guys

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