Looking for a fun night out that doesn’t break the bank? How about a few places that will satisfy your stomach without discouraging your wallet? Check out these seven great Southern California restaurants that are as delicious as they are affordable. No matter what kind of food you’re craving, you’re sure to find what you’re looking for at these fairly priced gems in SoCal!

  1. Taco Surf Pacific Beach

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Taco Surf Pacific Beach/Facebook Head to the fun and exciting neighborhood of Pacific Beach in San Diego for some tasty Mexican food and a relaxed, beachy atmosphere at Taco Surf Pacific Beach. Be sure to check out the amazing collection of surfboards inside as it really adds to the ambiance of the meal! Check out Taco Surf Pacific Beach’s website and Facebook page. 4657 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109

  1. Rudford’s Restaurant

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Rudfords Restaurant Diner/Facebook If you’re looking for a satisfying meal at any time of day, make a beeline for Rudford’s Restaurant in North Park, San Diego. Established in 1949, Rudford’s has a wide selection of breakfast, lunch, and dinner foods in a retro environment reminiscent of the 1950s. It’s open 24 hours a day, every day of the year! Take a look at Rudford’s Restaurant’s website and Facebook page. 2900 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, USA2900 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104

  1. Pho Truc Xanh

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Pho Truc Xanh/Facebook Northeast of San Diego in Escondido, Pho Truk Xanh serves both Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine in a spacious and beautifully decorated environment. The range of menu items means everyone in your group will be able to find something they will love! Visit Pho Truc Xanh’s website and Facebook page. 503 W Mission Ave, Escondido, CA 92025, USA

  1. NOLA Cajun and Creole

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NOLA Cajun & Creole/Facebook In the mood for something spicy and flavorful? You can’t go wrong with NOLA Cajun and Creole! Located in Montebello, NOLA is the perfect place for Cajun classics like po’boy sandwiches, gumbo, catfish, and jambalaya. You’ll get the best Creole food in Montebello at affordable prices. See NOLA Cajun and Creole’s website and Facebook page. 520 Whittier Blvd #107, Montebello, CA 90640

  1. Adolfo’s Mexican Food

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Adolfo’s Mexican Food/Facebook In Laguna Beach and craving some local flavor? Try Adolfo’s Mexican Food for an amazing menu in a family-owned atmosphere. Adolfo’s is the perfect place for popular classics like California burritos, chimichangas, fish tacos, and more! Grab a drink at the tiki bar for a fun and tropical time. Check out Adolfo’s Mexican Food website and Facebook page. 998 S Coast Highway, A. Laguna Beach, California 92651

  1. Thai Eagle Rox

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Thai Eagle Rox/Facebook Up in Los Angeles, there’s no place better for Thai food than Thai Eagle Rox. You will love the authentic Thai menu at this Eagle Rock neighborhood favorite. Try their delectable tofu with your dish for a delicious and healthy choice. Check out Thai Eagle Rox’s website and Facebook page. 4601 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041, USA4601 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041

  1. The Village Mart and Deli

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The Village Mart & Deli/Facebook The Village Mart & Deli is a family-owned business that combines a relaxed lunch spot with a charming convenience store. You’ll love the variety of deli sandwiches for an affordable and savory lunch, and you can pick up all the essentials in the Mart. After lunch, you can also get tasty desserts like muffins, coffee cake, and ice cream! Take a look at The Village Mart and Deli’s website and Facebook page. 2200 N. Soto St, Los Angeles, CA 90032

While Southern California may not have a reputation for affordability in general, there are plenty of well-priced and amazing restaurants if you know where to look! Have you gotten to eat at any of these locations?

Taco Surf Pacific Beach/Facebook

Head to the fun and exciting neighborhood of Pacific Beach in San Diego for some tasty Mexican food and a relaxed, beachy atmosphere at Taco Surf Pacific Beach. Be sure to check out the amazing collection of surfboards inside as it really adds to the ambiance of the meal! Check out Taco Surf Pacific Beach’s website and Facebook page.

4657 Mission Blvd, San Diego, CA 92109

Rudfords Restaurant Diner/Facebook

If you’re looking for a satisfying meal at any time of day, make a beeline for Rudford’s Restaurant in North Park, San Diego. Established in 1949, Rudford’s has a wide selection of breakfast, lunch, and dinner foods in a retro environment reminiscent of the 1950s. It’s open 24 hours a day, every day of the year! Take a look at Rudford’s Restaurant’s website and Facebook page.

2900 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104, USA2900 El Cajon Blvd, San Diego, CA 92104

Pho Truc Xanh/Facebook

Northeast of San Diego in Escondido, Pho Truk Xanh serves both Vietnamese and Chinese cuisine in a spacious and beautifully decorated environment. The range of menu items means everyone in your group will be able to find something they will love! Visit Pho Truc Xanh’s website and Facebook page.

503 W Mission Ave, Escondido, CA 92025, USA

NOLA Cajun & Creole/Facebook

In the mood for something spicy and flavorful? You can’t go wrong with NOLA Cajun and Creole! Located in Montebello, NOLA is the perfect place for Cajun classics like po’boy sandwiches, gumbo, catfish, and jambalaya. You’ll get the best Creole food in Montebello at affordable prices. See NOLA Cajun and Creole’s website and Facebook page.

520 Whittier Blvd #107, Montebello, CA 90640

Adolfo’s Mexican Food/Facebook

In Laguna Beach and craving some local flavor? Try Adolfo’s Mexican Food for an amazing menu in a family-owned atmosphere. Adolfo’s is the perfect place for popular classics like California burritos, chimichangas, fish tacos, and more! Grab a drink at the tiki bar for a fun and tropical time. Check out Adolfo’s Mexican Food website and Facebook page.

998 S Coast Highway, A. Laguna Beach, California 92651

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Thai Eagle Rox/Facebook

Up in Los Angeles, there’s no place better for Thai food than Thai Eagle Rox. You will love the authentic Thai menu at this Eagle Rock neighborhood favorite. Try their delectable tofu with your dish for a delicious and healthy choice. Check out Thai Eagle Rox’s website and Facebook page.

4601 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041, USA4601 York Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90041

The Village Mart & Deli/Facebook

The Village Mart & Deli is a family-owned business that combines a relaxed lunch spot with a charming convenience store. You’ll love the variety of deli sandwiches for an affordable and savory lunch, and you can pick up all the essentials in the Mart. After lunch, you can also get tasty desserts like muffins, coffee cake, and ice cream! Take a look at The Village Mart and Deli’s website and Facebook page.

2200 N. Soto St, Los Angeles, CA 90032

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