Dining Guides
Top Cheap Eats on inKind
Nine spots where the credit basically covers the whole meal.
Cheap Eats
Real Meals, Real Prices, No Upsell
01
Whaler
A beachfront burger-and-beer spot right on the boardwalk. Stick to the Double Burger ($16) or Fried Chicken Sandwich ($15) and skip the pricier fish plates.
02
Ayara Thai
A Michelin Bib Gourmand pick with curries and noodle dishes running $10–16. Get the Panang or Jungle Curry - some of the best cheap Thai on the Westside.
03
Joe's Pizza
A NY-style slice shop transplanted straight to LA. A cheese slice runs $4.75 - grab two and you're still under $10.
04
Qin West Noodle
Westwood's most authentic cheap regional Chinese fix. Liang Pi and hand-pulled noodle bowls run $7.95–$10.25.
05
Prince St. Pizza
The NYC square-slice import lands in LA. A full personal Pizzetta is $11.55–$13.65 - done right, no line required.
06
Health Nut
Healthy build-your-own sandwiches at fast-casual prices. Stick to the classic Tuna or Turkey Avocado ($14.35) rather than the pricier paninis.
07
Demitasse
One of LA's original third-wave roasters. Croissants run $3–$4.25 and coffee $3–$6 - a full coffee break for under $10.
08
Urban Masala
Fast-casual Indian bowls and naan rolls with real tandoor flavor for fast-food money - most items run $6–9.
09
Fig Tree
Oceanfront patio breakfast that doesn't require a trust fund if you order right - the Seeded Avocado Toast ($17) or Mom's Granola ($16), not the $27.50 gravlox plate.
Prices verified via restaurant menus and delivery apps as of publish - always double-check before you go, since menus move fast. Restaurant photos via Google Maps.