Highest-rated cheap eats in Pueblo by diners

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September 3, 2025
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Highest-rated cheap eats in Pueblo by diners

Americans spend a lot of money on eating out鈥攊n 2024, that totaled, or nearly 59% of all food spending. So, it's only natural to want the best bang for your restaurant dollar.

Value has become a key component of what diners look for when they eat out, with eyeing menus for value meals. At the same time, many diners also look for something new and exciting, hoping to sample new flavors or food with ingredients that are too expensive to make at home.

Many ethnic cuisines also provide a lot of value because they aren't as expensive to produce. Many Mexican dishes fall into this category because. Many Asian cuisines, including Chinese, Filipino, and Cambodian food, also rely on low-cost ingredients and simple food preparation techniques.

Food trucks and street food vendors also offer cheaper food, thanks to lower overhead costs. Their limited menus typically focus on one type of food, allowing them to simplify purchasing and pass the savings on in the form of lower prices.

compiled a list of the highest-rated cheap eats restaurants within 10 kilometers of the Pueblo area using data from . Data is as of Aug. 8, 2025. Businesses were selected using Yelp's ranking system, which calculates an adjusted rating value that takes into account the number of ratings as well as the rating score itself. Only businesses with at least 20 reviews were considered, and a cost of "$" (out of 4) were considered. Also, in an effort to highlight independent businesses and local chains, those with more than five locations nationally, based on the Yelp data, were not included.

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Kuan's Kitchen

#27. Kuan's Kitchen

- Rating: 3.4/5 (62 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 750 Desert Flower Blvd. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai
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Rita's Mexican Food

#26. Rita's Mexican Food

- Rating: 3.4/5 (63 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 302 North Grand Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Mexican
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Solar Roast Coffee

#25. Solar Roast Coffee

- Rating: 3.5/5 (28 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 3206 West Northern Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch, Coffee Roasteries
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Burrito's Betty

#24. Burrito's Betty

- Rating: 3.5/5 (83 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2401 North Elizabeth St. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Breakfast & Brunch
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The Pantry Restaurant

#23. The Pantry Restaurant

- Rating: 3.5/5 (80 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 107 West Abriendo Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: American
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Pizza King

#22. Pizza King

- Rating: 3.6/5 (23 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1904 West Northern Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Pizza
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Blackjack Pizza

#21. Blackjack Pizza

- Rating: 3.6/5 (49 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1000 West 6th St. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Pizza, Chicken Wings
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Gray's Coors Tavern

#20. Gray's Coors Tavern

- Rating: 3.6/5 (212 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 515 West 4th St. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Bars, American
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Collette's Catering-Carry Out

#19. Collette's Catering-Carry Out

- Rating: 3.7/5 (38 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1614 West Northern Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Italian
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Pass Key Restaurant

#18. Pass Key Restaurant

- Rating: 3.7/5 (97 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1901 West US Hwy 50 Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: American, Coffee & Tea
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Kan's Kitchen

#17. Kan's Kitchen

- Rating: 3.8/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1620 South Prairie Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Chinese
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Papa Jose's Union Cafe

#16. Papa Jose's Union Cafe

- Rating: 3.8/5 (83 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 320 South Union Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Mexican
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Habanero'ss Mexican Restaurant

#15. Habanero'ss Mexican Restaurant

- Rating: 3.9/5 (100 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 4602 North Elizabeth St. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Mexican
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B Street Cafe

#14. B Street Cafe

- Rating: 3.9/5 (158 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 121 West B St. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: American
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China Lantern

#13. China Lantern

- Rating: 4.1/5 (39 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 315 West 4th St. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Chinese
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Casa De Burritos

#12. Casa De Burritos

- Rating: 4.2/5 (34 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1729 South Prairie Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Mexican
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Vazquez Taco Shop

#11. Vazquez Taco Shop

- Rating: 4.2/5 (57 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 604 East 4th St. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Mexican
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3Birds Coffee

#10. 3Birds Coffee

- Rating: 4.3/5 (104 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 119 Broadway Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Bakeries, Sandwiches
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Polito's Beer Barrel

#9. Polito's Beer Barrel

- Rating: 4.3/5 (51 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2113 East Evans Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Bars, American
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MAKS

#8. MAKS

- Rating: 4.4/5 (57 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 2535 Lake Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Mexican
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Tacos Navarro

#7. Tacos Navarro

- Rating: 4.4/5 (157 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 223 East Northern Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Mexican
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Mill Stop Cafe

#6. Mill Stop Cafe

- Rating: 4.4/5 (180 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 317 Bay State Ave. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Mexican
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Taqueria Marquez

#5. Taqueria Marquez

- Rating: 4.5/5 (36 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 710 East 4th St. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Mexican
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Rocco's Riverside Deli

#4. Rocco's Riverside Deli

- Rating: 4.5/5 (132 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1300 West 4th St. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Fast food, Delis, Sandwiches
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Gus's Place

#3. Gus's Place

- Rating: 4.5/5 (22 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1201 Elm St. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Italian, Bars
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Love Mug Coffee Shop

#2. Love Mug Coffee Shop

- Rating: 4.7/5 (77 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 975 US-50 Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Coffee & Tea, Sandwiches, Breakfast & Brunch
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Gagliano's Italian Market

#1. Gagliano's Italian Market

- Rating: 4.8/5 (106 reviews)
- Price level: $
- Address: 1220 Elm St. Pueblo, Colorado
- Categories: Delis, Grocery
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This story features data reporting by Wade Zhou, writing by Jill Jaracz, and is part of a series utilizing data automation across 388 metros.

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