Los Angeles is full of incredible budget-friendly eats—even Hollywood stars can’t resist them.

Pink's Hot Dogs — The Hot Dog Stand Everyone Loves Pink’s Hot Dogs BY @Four-Thirteen Flowers When considering timeless American cuisine, one can hardly overlook hot dogs. From Hollywood celebrities to the average Joes, Pink’s Hot Dogs has stood the test of time and has become a staple in Los Angeles. Having opened in 1939, it is recognized as one of the most popular places to grab a hot dog. Countless famous people have visited this little roadside stand like Michael Jackson, Michelle Obama, and Katy Perry. The photo wall is more telling than any list. Pink’s is known for its extravagant hot dogs with many unique toppings. While most hot dog stands provide the bare minimum, Pink’s adds a little more substance to your meal with options like guacamole and chili. Also, a good number of their hot dogs are named after famous movies and TV shows. So, you may never know which of your favorite actors is standing in line next to you. Tips: Estimated cost: US$10 Location: 709 North La Brea Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, United States Website: Pink's Hot Dogs

Pink’s has been a Los Angeles staple for more than 70 years and continues to be popular enough to have long wait times.

The walls are covered with photos of famous visitors, including Tom Hanks and Michael Jackson.

Their hot dogs are oversized and come with a ton of different toppings, including chili and guacamole (inspired by Mexican cuisine).

Philippe the Original — The French Dip Sandwich Philippe the Original is a prestigious restaurant that has been operating since 1908, making it over a century old. It moved to its current location near Chinatown in 1951. Some believe the first French dip sandwich was created here. According to the legend, one of the owners was serving a police officer when French bread fell into a container of meat juice. An accident created a sandwich that is still enjoyed today.

The signature sandwich has layers of roast beef, roast pork, lamb, turkey, or ham, plus cheese, and a small French roll. Customers can choose a single dip, double dip, or a fully soaked sandwich. The mustard is also highly recommended.

Tips:

Average spend: US$1-20

Address: 1001 N Alameda St, Los Angeles, CA 90012

Phone: (213) 628-3781

Hours: 6:00-22:00

Philippe The Original

Price range: US$1-20

Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Takeout, Desserts

Cuisine: Soups, American, and Deli

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On the menu, you’ll also find tuna sandwiches and peanut butter and jelly, but the French fries are the essential side order.

Irv's Burgers — An Essential Affordable Los Angeles Burger

Irv's Burgers has been operating since 1946, and is famous for the Old School burger. They've endured great service and reasonable prices for decades. Even as rents have increased, the pricing remained approachable. The large burgers are straightfoward and priced similarly to In and Out, and are much bigger.

Tips:

Average spend: about At another popular burger chain, In-N-Out, people usually spend about $6.

Address: Irv's Burgers - 7998 Santa Monica Blvd, West Hollywood, CA 90046, USA

Tel: (323) 650-2456

Musso & Frank Grill — Oldest Restaurant in Hollywood with Steak

Musso & Frank Grill was mentioned by famous Chinese food writer Chua Lam in his restaurant book, and it is easy to see why. Established in 1919, it is one of the oldest in Hollywood. It only changed once, after receiving a renovation in 1937, and so few things have changed that dining here feels like a trip back in time to old Hollywood.

While it’s true you can find a better steak or pork chop at some other place, none of them can replicate the early Hollywood ambiance that you get here. Pair your meal with a martini and then have a seat with a nice hot steak after trying the famous Welsh Rarebit and Shrimp Louie. This restaurant believes that history is just as vital as the food.

Tips:

Average spending: $30-$40

Address: 6667 Hollywood Blvd, Hollywood, CA 90028

Tel: (323) 467-5123

Website:

Musso & Frank Grill

Metro Station: Hollywood/Highland Station

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Santa Monica Seafood Market — Affordable Fresh Seafood

Santa Monica Seafood Market BY @LifeTravel

Santa Monica's waterfront has plenty of high-end seafood restaurants, with one upscale exception: Santa Monica Seafood Market.

Markets are usually one of the best places to find good value, and in this case, markets are better than the more sophisticated alternatives, as this one is more like a modern clean seafood supermarket than a messy market. You have the option to cook your own fresh seafood from their market, The costs are much cheaper than at most seafood restaurants. Photo BY @LifeTravel Tips: Average spend: US$40 Address: 1000 Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica, CA 90401 Hours: Weekdays 9:00–21:00; Sunday 9:00–20:00 Official website: Santa Monica Seafood Market · This seafood market and cooking shop has more than 60 years of experience and is well-known for its outstanding quality and spotless dining area. · Customers choose seafood within the market and then have it cooked for them at the restaurant. · Even though it’s a seafood market, it has a nice place to eat at reasonable prices. Local -- Food Truck Style Created by Award Winning Chefs Good food doesn't need a fancy restaurant. Local was started by LA food-truck legend Roy Choi and Michelin-starred chef Daniel Patterson. Instead of being restricted to fine-dining establishments, the two chefs used their street-food philosophy to ensure that healthy, restaurant-quality food was available to those who need it most. In-store price guidance Tips: Average spend: US1-6;

see price list. Address: Watts LocoL - 1950 E. 103rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90002, USA Hours: Tuesday to Saturday, 11:30-14:00 Website: Sapp Coffee Shop -- Amazing-value Thai Boat Noodles For those who have traveled to Thailand, boat noodles are a quintessential example of delicious food at a very reasonable price. Sapp Coffee Shop has beef and pork versions with the beef having tube-shaped rice noodles with meatballs, tripe, and liver, crispy pork skin, chili, scallions, and bean sprouts in a beef broth that is prepared from 5 a.m. The broth is rich and deeply satisfying and more serious than the setting suggests.

Tips:

Average spend: $6

Recommended dishes: Crab and egg noodles; Pad Thai is also highly recommended.

Address: Sapp Coffee Shop - 5183 Hollywood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027, USA

Tel: (323) 665-1035

Authentic Persian Cuisine Taste of Tehran

There are many Iranians and people of Iranian descent in the vicinity of Beverly Hills and West Los Angeles, who have caused a Persian restaurant boom in the area. Persian restaurants can be found almost every block in Westwood Boulevard. Taste of Tehran and Naab Café are some of the most popular, and both offer traditional Middle Eastern and Mediterranean cuisine with kebabs, shawarma, salads, and aromatic rice.

Tips:

Average spend: $10

Address: 1915 Westwood Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90025, USA

Tel: (310) 470 0022

Website: ***

Final Thoughts

Most of the cheap eating places in this guide are in Hollywood, Beverly Hills, and Santa Monica, which are easily part of a typical Los Angeles itinerary. The immigrant populations in Los Angeles have made it one of the most desirable cities to eat in the world. You can find different types of cuisines from all over the world including Europe, Asia, South America, Africa, and the Middle East, that usually preserve the authentic taste of the dishes. Some of the restaurants use ingredients that are imported from their countries. LA is the best city to try different food from around the world without having to leave the city. Food is not the only thing that makes LA great. Universal Studios and Disneyland are in LA and are great places to visit to relive your childhood memories. You can also take pictures at Madame Tussauds, which is in Hollywood. You can do a lot of walking and exploring in LA, but it will also be a city where you will want to eat a lot as well.