Cheap Eats

Dollars and sense. Everyone is trying to stretch the dollar these days and there are plenty of restaurants out there courting you with attractive food specials. Take our advice and you?ll see that you can fill up on just a few George Washington's.

Updated: January 01, 2002

Cheap American Food


Mr Lucky's 24/7

4455 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (map)

Young, and broke, night-owl crowds dig into the $7.77 steak and shrimp and after midnight "bone yard" ($3.95 and up) specials at this 24-hour hotel coffee shop.


Omelet House

2160 W Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89102 (map)

Hearty portions, $8.19 specialty omelettes and a cozy diner feel make this breakfast joint a Vegas classic.


In-N-Out Burger

4888 Dean Martin Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89103 (map)

The country's first drive-thru chain with made-from-scratch burgers has a devout cult-like following and a language all its own.


Wrap House Grill

6085 S Fort Apache Rd Ste 180, Las Vegas, NV 89148 (map)

Eat healthy and spend less cash at this local favorite. And bring the kids, too. Wrap House has four $3.99 wraps: chicken quesadilla, chicken parm, tuna or turkey for the little ones.


Capriotti's Sandwich Shop

324 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89102 (map)

Giant subs such as the Bobbie--Thanksgiving on a bun--and Philly cheesesteaks keep them coming back for more.


Cheap Italian Food


Metro Pizza

1395 E Tropicana Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89119 (map)

Restaurateur Mimmo Ferraro and family serve up classic Italian dishes in an upscale but intimate atmosphere.


Bertolini's Authentic Trattoria

9500 W Sahara Ave, Las Vegas, NV 89117 (map)

Neighborhood restaurant prepares unique flavor-packed dishes that would cost twice the price on the Strip.


Ferraro's Italian Restaurant

5900 W Flamingo Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89103 (map)

Restaurateur Mimmo Ferraro and family serve up classic Italian dishes in an upscale but intimate atmosphere.


Cheap Mexican Food


Lindo Michoacan

2655 E Desert Inn Rd., Las Vegas, NV 89121 (map)

Authentically decorated spot attracts diners with its extensive offerings and tangy margaritas.


Viva Mercado's Mexican Restaurant

3553 S. Rainbow Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89103 (map)

Longtime family-owned Mexican restaurant serves traditional and healthy fare.


Pink Taco Mexican Restaurant

4455 Paradise Rd, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (map)

Go for happy hour, Monday through Friday, 4pm-7pm, for two-for-one beers and margaritas and half-off appetizers.