Best Cheap Eats Restaurants in West Hollywood
31 hand-picked restaurants, critic-reviewed and ranked
Last Updated: February 2026
Our Top Pick
Egg Tuck
Korean-style egg sandwiches on toasted brioche with fast, dialed-in execution.
Notable Picks
#1
Egg Tuck
8.7
Egg Tuck is a Korean-influenced breakfast counter on Sunset where fluffy brioche egg sandos and crispy hash browns fuel a constant takeaway crowd. High-volume delivery ratings and lines out the door back up its reputation as one of 90046’s most reliable quick breakfasts.
Must-Try Dishes:
Bacon & Cheese Egg Sando, Avocado Egg Sando, Egg Tots
What Makes it Special: Korean-style egg sandwiches on toasted brioche with fast, dialed-in execution.
8.4
A true late-night champion serving authentic New York-style pizza until 3 AM daily since 1981. This neighborhood institution delivers consistently solid pies with proper thin crust and classic toppings that satisfy the post-midnight crowd.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Cheese Pizza, Girabaldi Special, Buffalo Chicken Wings
What Makes it Special: West Hollywood's only pizzeria open until 3 AM every single night
#3
Winging It
8.4
A late-night wings specialist on the Sunset Strip known for consistently crispy wings and quick service. Their classic buffalo and lemon pepper varieties draw devoted regulars who appreciate the no-frills approach and wallet-friendly prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Lemon Pepper Wings, Classic Buffalo Wings, Garlic Parmesan Wings
What Makes it Special: Top-rated delivery wings spot with perfectly seasoned sauces
8.3
Irv’s Burgers is a historic West Hollywood burger stand reborn, serving griddled patties, fries, and shakes with classic roadside energy. The focus is on simple, well-executed burgers and cheerful service rather than frills, making it a go-to for quick, nostalgic American fast-casual.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic cheeseburger, Double burger with grilled onions, Fries with special sauce
What Makes it Special: A revived classic burger stand that keeps the focus on griddled patties, fries, and old-school charm.
8.3
Tasty Donuts & Cafe is a long-running West Hollywood counter where fresh-baked donuts, croissant sandwiches, and coffee fuel early mornings on Santa Monica Boulevard. Regulars lean on it for apple fritters and egg-and-cheese croissants that feel reliably better than the average strip-mall shop.
Must-Try Dishes:
Apple Fritter, Egg & Cheese Croissant, Glazed Raised Donut
What Makes it Special: Neighborhood donut counter baking donuts and croissants daily with strong value pricing.
Vibes:
Hidden Gems Heaven
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Ggiata’s West Hollywood outpost is a counter-service Italian-American deli turning out hefty chicken cutlet sandwiches, wraps, and salads from morning through late lunch. It draws a steady stream of locals who treat the Crispy Chicken Caesar Wrap and Spicy P as reliable, next-level takes on East Coast deli classics.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Spicy P, Crispy Chicken Caesar Wrap, The Classic Italian
What Makes it Special: A modern Italian deli where overstuffed chicken cutlet sandwiches and wraps are the main event.
8.2
Family-owned and 'born in the sauce' since 1971, this takeout-focused gem serves authentic Mexican comfort food at wallet-friendly prices. Their garlic chicken and carnitas in salsa verde have earned a devoted following among locals who appreciate generous portions and homestyle cooking.
Must-Try Dishes:
Garlic Chicken (Salsa de Ajo), Carnitas in Salsa Verde, Al Pastor Tacos
What Makes it Special: Five decades of family recipes at takeout prices
#8
Dialog Cafe
8.1
Vibes:
Hidden Gems Heaven
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family-owned farm-to-table cafe since 2006 housed in a historic Rudolph Schindler-designed building. This local secret emphasizes quality ingredients at affordable prices with a neighborhood feel that attracts regulars and industry insiders.
Must-Try Dishes:
Dialog's Breakfast Burrito, Protein Omelette, Avocado Toast
What Makes it Special: Historic Schindler architecture with farm-fresh ingredients and local loyalty
8.1
Vibes:
Group Dining Gatherings
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Late Night Legends
Quick Bites Champions
Crazy Rock'n Sushi is a high-volume strip-mall favorite where giant specialty rolls and combo platters make it an easy go-to for groups. With long hours, big portions, and party-style presentations, it’s the spot for sharing colorful rolls without spending fine-dining money.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Tuna Roll, Rainbow Roll, Baked Salmon Roll
What Makes it Special: Lively, affordably priced sushi joint known for oversized, shareable rolls.
#10
Curry Kingdom
8.1
Curry Kingdom is a compact West Hollywood counter-service spot where a London-trained chef turns out richly spiced curries and biryanis at friendly prices. Opened in 2021, it’s especially popular with takeout and delivery regulars who prize its bold sauces, consistent heat levels, and generous portions.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Tikka Masala, Butter Chicken, Curry Kingdom Special Biryani
What Makes it Special: Tight, curry-focused menu with London-style flavors and strong value.
8.1
Super Donut House is a family-run Sunset Boulevard shop known for classic glazed and old-fashioned donuts alongside breakfast sandwiches and coffee. It draws a steady mix of commuters and neighborhood regulars who appreciate friendly service and fresh trays that hold up through the late morning.
Must-Try Dishes:
Classic Glazed Donut, Chocolate Glazed Old Fashioned, Breakfast Sandwich
What Makes it Special: Family-run donut shop turning out classic styles plus hearty breakfast sandwiches near the Sunset action.
#12
Astro Burger
8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Late Night Legends
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Astro Burger is a long-running West Hollywood counter-service spot known for charbroiled burgers, onion rings, and late-night hours on Santa Monica Boulevard. The menu leans classic diner—think fully dressed burgers and shakes—making it a reliable stop before or after bar hopping.
Must-Try Dishes:
Charbroiled cheeseburger, Onion rings, Veggie or Greek-style burger
What Makes it Special: A classic charbroiled-burger counter with real late-night hours on Santa Monica Boulevard.
Worthy Picks
#13
The Melt
7.9
Vibes:
Quick Bites Champions
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Family Friendly Favorites
Happy Hour Hotspots
The Melt’s West Hollywood outpost is a modern fast-casual spot for MeltBurgers, grilled cheeses, and garlic fries built around a clean, bright dining room and late-night hours. It’s less about craft obsession and more about reliable, melty comfort food that works for quick lunches and casual pre- or post-movie meals.
Must-Try Dishes:
Original MeltBurger, BBQ Bacon Melt, Garlic fries
What Makes it Special: A polished fast-casual burger and grilled-cheese shop with late hours and consistently melty comfort food.
#14
LA Buns
7.8
Longtime neighborhood favorite serving Mexican-American fusion including burgers and street tacos since the late 1990s. This cash-only spot stays open until 2am on weekends, making it a popular post-bar destination for late-night munchies with outdoor seating.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chili Cheese Burger, Chicken Nachos, Steak Tacos
What Makes it Special: 25+ year neighborhood institution serving late-night Mexican-burger fusion
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Late Night Legends
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Alessandro’s Pizza Italian Restaurant on Sunset leans into value-focused pies, wings, and pastas with delivery and pickup running deep into the night. It’s more workhorse than scene, but locals count on it for reliable, customizable pizzas at friendlier prices than many neighboring spots.
Must-Try Dishes:
Meat Lovers Pizza, Create-Your-Own Pizza, Buffalo Wings
What Makes it Special: Budget-friendly pies and wings available well past typical closing times.
#16
Los Tacos
7.8
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Late Night Legends
Comfort Food Classics
Solo Dining Sanctuaries
Los Tacos is a 90046 fixture for all-day, into-the-early-morning plates of tacos, burritos, and menudo on Santa Monica Boulevard. The menu feels more old-school diner-meets-taqueria than curated, but the homestyle stews and straightforward tacos keep regulars returning.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef taco, Al pastor taco, Carnitas taco
What Makes it Special: 24-hour-style Mexican spot with homestyle soups and tacos.
#17
GYM Bar WeHo
7.8
West Hollywood's first gay sports bar spotlights games on 52-inch screens while serving wings every Wednesday for their Wing Wednesday special. The neighborhood gathering spot draws crowds with daily themed food specials and affordable pricing, creating an inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels welcome to watch sports and enjoy quality bar food without breaking the bank.
Must-Try Dishes:
Wednesday Wings, Wings and Fries, Fish Friday Special
What Makes it Special: WeHo's first gay sports bar with daily themed food specials
#18
Sincerely Syria
7.8
Sincerely Syria is a narrow, late-night shawarma and falafel counter on Hollywood Boulevard that has quietly built a loyal following. Wraps come stuffed and crispy, fries are piled high, and sauces skew bold and garlicky. It’s more functional than polished, but for post-show or post-bar eats, it’s one of the tastier, trend-aware budget moves in 90028.
Must-Try Dishes:
Mixed shawarma wrap with fries, Falafel wrap or plate, Garlic fries or loaded shawarma fries
What Makes it Special: A tiny Syrian shawarma counter turning out crispy, overstuffed wraps late into the night.
#19
Mamie
7.8
Mamie is a daytime Italian cafe offering Tuscan-style panini, salads, and espresso in a bright counter-service environment. It caters to neighborhood lunch crowds with fresh breads and simple, well-prepared combinations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Prosciutto mozzarella panini, Turkey pesto panini, Tiramisu cup
What Makes it Special: Tuscan-inspired sandwiches made with fresh breads and fillings.
7.8
This neighborhood gem delivers traditional Japanese comfort food with well-executed tempura, fresh sushi rolls, and hearty curry rice dishes. The lunch bento boxes offer exceptional value while dinner brings an extensive menu of classic preparations.
Must-Try Dishes:
Chicken Katsu, Yellowtail Collar, California Roll
What Makes it Special: Authentic neighborhood spot with extensive traditional menu
#21
Ta-Ke Sushi
7.7
This unassuming family-run spot near the Viper Room has been quietly serving quality traditional sushi for over a decade. Small and intimate with just a handful of tables, it delivers authentic preparations at approachable prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
Sashimi Combination, California Roll Classic, Chicken Teriyaki Dinner
What Makes it Special: Authentic mom-and-pop sushi on the Strip
#22
Kung Pao Bistro
7.7
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Family Friendly Favorites
Quick Bites Champions
Kung Pao Bistro is a long-running Chinese-American spot where a big menu of crowd-pleasing stir-fries is backed up by fried dim sum plates, dumplings, and vegan-friendly wontons. It’s a dependable choice for casual, shareable dim sum-style snacks without leaving the 90046 strip.
Must-Try Dishes:
Pan-Fried Chicken Dumplings, Crab Cream Cheese Wontons, Vegan Spicy Wontons
What Makes it Special: Chinese-American comfort food with a full fried dim sum section.
#23
Pinches Tacos
7.7
Pinches Tacos on Sunset is a brightly painted, late-night counter serving classic street-style tacos to Sunset Strip crowds. It leans more fun and convenient than polished, but the range of meats and long hours make it a dependable option before or after shows nearby.
Must-Try Dishes:
Carne asada taco, Pastor taco, Lengua taco
What Makes it Special: Colorful Sunset Strip standby for street-style tacos into the night.
#24
The Bayou
7.7
This LGBTQ+ dive bar surprises with authentic Cajun seafood boils served in a raucous, welcoming atmosphere. Snow crab, crawfish, and shrimp come drenched in signature garlic butter sauce, perfect for messy communal dining with cheap drinks.
Must-Try Dishes:
Crawfish Boil, Snow Crab Legs, Softshell Crab
What Makes it Special: Gay bar with surprisingly authentic Cajun seafood boils
#25
T & Y Bakery
7.7
T & Y Bakery is a longstanding West Hollywood institution for Russian-style breads, pastries, and custom cakes, operating on Santa Monica Boulevard since the late 1980s. Cases filled with pirozhki, poppyseed rolls, cannoli, and classic cakes make it a value-driven stop for everyday sweets rather than a polished cafe experience.
Must-Try Dishes:
Poppyseed roll, Beef or cherry pirozhki, Cannoli with ricotta filling
What Makes it Special: A decades-old Russian bakery known for affordable, old-world breads, pastries, and cakes.
7.6
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Comfort Food Classics
Quick Bites Champions
A local favorite offering authentic New York-style thin crust pizza and classic Italian dishes at budget-friendly prices. The family-run establishment provides generous portions and accommodating service perfect for casual family dining.
Must-Try Dishes:
NY Style Margherita Pizza, Chicken Parmigiana, Spaghetti & Meatballs
What Makes it Special: Authentic NY-style pizza with excellent value and generous portions
#27
Rounds Burgers
7.6
Vibes:
Family Friendly Favorites
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Comfort Food Classics
A no-frills American burger joint serving creative specialty burgers with fun names and bold flavor combinations. This casual spot offers affordable comfort food including their signature Western Devil with buffalo sauce and bacon, making it a budget-friendly option for families seeking classic American fare.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Western Devil, Triple Cheese Burger, The Executive
What Makes it Special: Creative burger combinations at budget-friendly prices
#28
Ajisai Sushi
7.6
Charming neighborhood gem offers affordable bento boxes during lunch and transforms into a deliciously intimate getaway at night with jazz playlist ambiance. The manageable menu features essential variety of rolls including the popular spicy tuna on crispy fried rice cakes with tellingly fusion flair.
Must-Try Dishes:
Spicy Tuna Crispy Rice Cakes, Lunch Bento Boxes, Essential Roll Selection
What Makes it Special: Budget-friendly neighborhood spot with jazz ambiance and fusion touches
7.6
Vibes:
Business Lunch Power Players
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Group Dining Gatherings
Comfort Food Classics
This izakaya-style restaurant offers traditional Japanese comfort food alongside sushi in a casual atmosphere. The extensive menu and moderate prices make it ideal for relaxed business meals and group dining.
Must-Try Dishes:
Beef Teriyaki, Spider Roll, Ramen Selection
What Makes it Special: Authentic izakaya experience with extensive comfort food menu
7.6
Vibes:
Cheap Eats Budget Brilliance
Quick Bites Champions
Family Friendly Favorites
Group Dining Gatherings
WEHO Thai Noodle & Rice is a casual noodle-focused café at the western edge of the 90028 zip. The menu leans toward soups, stir-fried noodles, and curries that work as quick, satisfying meals before a night out on Sunset.
Must-Try Dishes:
Boat Noodles, Drunken Noodles, Honey Pork Ribs
What Makes it Special: A straightforward noodle shop near the Sunset Strip with dependable boat noodles and stir-fries at friendly prices.
#31
Niko Niko Sushi
7.6
Under new management since 2013, this unpretentious sushi bar focuses on fresh ingredients and generous happy hour specials. The Hungry Roll stands out among creative options while traditional nigiri and sashimi maintain solid quality at approachable prices.
Must-Try Dishes:
The Hungry Roll, Happy Hour Specials, Salmon Sashimi
What Makes it Special: Exceptional happy hour deals with $9.95 special rolls