Bagels Forever is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

1. Bagels Forever

7.6
2947 University Ave, Madison, WI
Bagel Shop · 25 tips and reviews

Julie C.Julie Champion: Bagels for super cheap! Lots of flavors and open later than most other bagel shops in Madison.

Charles K.Charles Koch: Grab 2 bagel sandwiches and a Doc. Brown's for a cheap and delicious lunch!

Amy R.Amy Robertson: You’ll be hard pressed to find a lox bagel for under $5 anywhere but here. It’s not a New York bagel but it’s fresh, tasty and cheap

Taquería Guadalajara is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

2. Taquería Guadalajara

8.5
1033 S Park St, Madison, WI
Mexican Restaurant · 43 tips and reviews

Ken S.Ken Soliva: Grab a couple of pork tacos if you're in a hurry. The food here is fast, affordable, and insanely delicious.

Kate O.Kate O'Connor: Generous portions, real cheap, food is great!

JH H.JH H-D: Hole in the wall restaurant where you walk through the kitchen to get to the dining room. The flavors are on point and everything was delicious!

Silver Dollar Tavern is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

3. Silver Dollar Tavern

7.4
117 W Mifflin St, Madison, WI
Bar · Downtown Madison · 5 tips and reviews

EsquireEsquire: Congratulations, you've found one of Esquire's Best Bars in America. Has all the components of a good dive: cheap pitchers, a dependable jukebox, and mediocre but inexplicably rewarding frozen pizzas. Read more.

Matthew L.Matthew LaForge: Great bartenders, cheap drinks and a relaxed atmosphere. A great place to grab a drink and catch up with an old friend or play some (cheap) pool.

Megan CMegan C: Play Shuffleboard. You won't regret it.

Good Food Cart is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

4. Good Food Cart

8.0
Madison, WI
Food Truck · Downtown Madison · 10 tips and reviews

RyanRyan: Get here early for lunch. Line gets long some day and is not because they are slow. The wraps are excellent and fairly priced.

Matthew P.Matthew Peters: Excellent wraps! Great service!

Paul G.Paul Grimyser: Love the cart, like Chicken Ceasar Wrap, salad in a tortilla. Highly suggest coming around 11:30 or prepare to wait in line.

Paul's Pel'meni is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

5. Paul's Pel'meni

8.4
414 W Gilman St (at N Henry St), Madison, WI
Pelmeni House · State Street · 32 tips and reviews

Scott C.Scott Callens: Cheap and delicious. Went half and half full order and got plenty of food

Chris K.Chris Kelner: A must do when you are in Madison. Best little dumplings ever

Aaron A.Aaron Abel: Great to have Pel'meni back downtown! Good food at bar time, but honestly great at any time of the day!

Ian's Pizza by the Slice is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

6. Ian's Pizza by the Slice

8.4
319 N Frances St (University Ave), Madison, WI
Pizzeria · Johnson Street Bend · 54 tips and reviews

Sadashiv H.Sadashiv H: Awesome Pizzas..lots of vegetarian varieties..And its pretty cheap compared to other pizza outlets.

Ben M.Ben Morris: I like the patio also, spacious

Sonya C.Sonya C: I'm saying order two or less..you are drunk...just being a friend

Oakcrest Tavern is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

7. Oakcrest Tavern

8.8
5371 Old Middleton Rd, Madison, WI
Burger Joint · 20 tips and reviews

Jennifer W.Jennifer Warkenthien: Huge portions of delicious food! The burgers and Reuben sandwiches are awesome! I can't wait to go back. YUM

pattie c.pattie c: Great beer and atmosphere

James R.James Rollins: Best burger I've had in Madison.

Monty's Blue Plate Diner is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

8. Monty's Blue Plate Diner

9.1
2089 Atwood Ave (Division St.), Madison, WI
Diner · Marquette · 66 tips and reviews

Laura H.Laura Hoefer: Heathen Vegan Shoplifters Delight! The flavors are divine!

Martin M.Martin Mazie: Marty's Black Bavarian Beer Shake is the most decadent drink creation on the planet. You need to try one.

Gerry C.Gerry Cardinal III: They have a vegan menu. Nothing new, but makes it easier to find the vegan items.

O.S.S. is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

9. O.S.S.

8.3
910 Regent St (Park St), Madison, WI
Restaurant · 23 tips and reviews

Peter M.Peter M: Drunky Ducky was great. Duck sausage with cranberry and horseradish

Daniel M.Daniel Miller: Seriously! May not be the healthiest place, but if you want some amazing fries, sausages, or curds, you MUST go here. And their fried snickers bites will be the death of you. They are rich but good

Will W.Will Weber: I mean 13.50 for a dog and a beer and curds and fries

The Victory is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

10. The Victory

8.3
2710 Atwood Ave (at Corry St), Madison, WI
Café · Atwood · 14 tips and reviews

B Z.B Zeids: Both the turkey and tomato+mozzarella paninis are really good. Fresh fruit sodas are great too.

Craig S.Craig Spaulding: Rockinest coffee in town. Most progressive. Feels like the center of my universe. You run in to ALL types here. Located in the heart of the 48th Assembly district.

They call me Portugal B.They call me Portugal Benjamin Hoppe: Bring a book or your kindle. No wifi. Great for reading or meeting a friend - not for getting work done. Also quite sunny which is nice in the winter!

The Plaza Tavern is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

11. The Plaza Tavern

7.7
319 N Henry St (Gorham St), Madison, WI
Pub · State Street · 37 tips and reviews

Amy R.Amy Robertson: The plaza burger is a good cheap burger. Think gourmet McDonald's

The Daily MealThe Daily Meal: There are only a few select people who know what makes the secret creamy, tangy sauce that makes the burger at the Plaza Tavern & Grill so great. Read more.

Nick R.Nick Runge: Every time I come here, I leave wishing I had a mustache and a leisure suit.

Mickies Dairy Bar is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

12. Mickies Dairy Bar

7.9
1511 Monroe St (Regent St), Madison, WI
Breakfast Spot · Dudgeon - Monroe · 54 tips and reviews

Danielle B.Danielle Brockman: Not sure why Mickies is so popular. Sure, it's cheap, but the food is terrible, it's always crowded, and the service sucks. Plus, you can only pay with cash.

Dan S.Dan Sinclair: Although the scrambler is the signature, you can't go wrong with their pancakes or coffee cake, either. And their shakes are delicious if you're in the mood for dessert.

Mike P.Mike P: Scambler. That's is all.

Moka is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

13. Moka

8.3
2910 E Washington Ave (Johnson), Madison, WI
Coffee Shop · 20 tips and reviews

Brent G.Brent Gatewood: Great coffee and pastries. Staff was super nice as well. Interior is small and parking difficult, but worth it!

Emily M.Emily Markenson: They give dog treats!

Joe L.Joe Long: Best baristas in town!

Baldwin Street Grille is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

14. Baldwin Street Grille

8.1
1304 E Washington Ave (Baldwin Street), Madison, WI
Burger Joint · Tenney-Lapham · 15 tips and reviews

Wendy S.Wendy Staats: The cheeseburger (with cheese inside the burger) was absolutely delicious & the hot chips were a very nicely done accompaniment!

Nate B.Nate Belden: Karaoke on Thursday night. My idea of a perfect night.

Amy R.Amy Robertson: Better food than your imagine from the ugly exterior

Noodles & Company is one of The 15 Best Inexpensive Places in Madison.

15. Noodles & Company

8.1
4280 E Towne Blvd (at Eagan Rd), Madison, WI
Asian Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews

Ally M.Ally M: Cheap, decent food. The buttered noodles and mac and cheese are my go to's.

Heather S.Heather S: Truffle Mac with parmesan crusted chicken and a side of flat bread is the way to go!

Your 5th AuntYour 5th Aunt: The rice krispies are worth the extra dollars. Go for it!