17 Of The Most Delicious Cheap Eats In Melbourne

All the dumplings!

Recently, we asked BuzzFeed Community where their favourite places are in Melbourne to grab a cheap meal. The results are making our mouths water. Enjoy:

1. Don Don

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Where it is: 198 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne

Why you need to go: Cheap Japanese food in the CBD that'll fill you up for hours.

"I vote for Don Don - any of them, decent sized meal for around $8 and delivered in seconds!" - Daniel Voyce, Facebook.

2. Lucky Coq

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Where it is: Corner Chapel Street & High Street, Windsor

Why you need to go: They have $4 pizzas at certain times.

- Melinda Watson, Facebook

3. Mister Truong's

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Where it is: 87 Melville Rd, Brunswick West

Why you need to go: Pork rolls are always going to be a winner, but Mister Truong's use actual roast pork with crackling.

"Pork banh mi roll and a drink for under $8. Can't beat that." - Priscilla Delatorre, Facebook

4. Bowl Bowl Dumpling

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Where is it: 88 Smith St, Collingwood

Why you need to go: Melbourne has no shortage of dumpling joints, but Bowl Bowl stands out because it is super cheap without compromising on taste.

"Bowl Bowl Dumpling on Smith Street is amazing!!! $10 Plates of fresh best dumplings ever!!!! I have been known to go 3 times in a week" - Shane Shane , Facebook

5. Walker's Doughnuts

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Where it is: Corner Elizabeth & Flinders Streets

Why you have to go: Handmade, fresh doughnuts are just something you can't pass on. They have so many different types, you'll keep going back to try them all.

- Renae Greer, Facebook

6. Sparrow's

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Where it is: 30-32 Gertrude Street, Fitsroy

Why you need to go: They claim to have the only proper Philly Cheesesteaks in Australia, plus they're $10 on Monday nights.

"Cheapsteak Monday Cheesesteaks at Sparrow's in the Catfish Bar on Gertrude Street in Fitzroy. $10 bucks for a Cheesesteak and fries." - Richard Hartley, Facebook

7. Hammer & Tong

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Where it is: Rear 412 Brunswick St, Fitzroy

Why you need to go: This hipster haven serves up delicious and unique dishes without a hefty price tag.

"Fancy foodie eats at reasonable prices i.e soft shell crab burger for $14." - Taylah Reeves, Facebook

8. Ajisen Ramen

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Where it is: Various locations.

Why you have to go: Ramen is usually a staple for people who want low-cost yet filling food. Ajisen's authentic ramen bowls are just perfection, as are their handmade gyoza.

- Stephanie Pucinischi, Facebook

9. Loving Hut

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Where it is: Shop 10/242 Victoria St, Richmond

Why you have to go: This vegan restaurant offers food that actually looks and tastes delicious, plus they do takeaway.

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10. Wonderbao

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Where it is: Shop 4/19-37 A'Beckett St

Why you have to go: Biting into a fresh steam bun is one of life's simple pleasures. Their simple menu offers buns from $2.

- Victoria Inge, Facebook

11. Shanghai Street Dumpling

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Where it is: 342 Little Bourke St

Why you should go: Freshly steamed dumplings, with super-fast service and a window to the kitchen so you can watch the magic happen.

"I would consider a move to Melbourne if it meant I could eat there every day." - Gyan Yankovich

12. STREAT

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Where it is: Various locations.

Why you should go: STREAT employs homeless youths and provides them with the social support, life and work skills. In turn, they provide us with delicious food and coffee.

- Alex Lee

13. N Lee Bakery

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Where it is: 4/61 Little Collins St

Why you have to go: Another place that serves up flawless banh mi, served on super fresh bread that is the right balance of soft and crusty.

"Pork banh mi for under $5." - daniellesiers22

14. Don Tojo

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Where it is: 164 Cardigan St, Carlton

Why you have to go: Cheap and cheerful Japanese food served up in awesome boxes. The chicken teriyaki is particularly delish.

- alexandraasaid

15. Trippy Taco

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Where it is: 234 Gertrude St, Fitzroy

Why you have to go: It's not easy to find cheap Mexican food that isn't gross, but Trippy Taco certainly delivers. Their burritos could feed two people easily, but they're so good you won't want to share.

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16. Donwoori

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Where it is: 276 Victoria St North Melbourne

Why you have to go: It's Korean BBQ that you cook yourself at the table. Plus they have amazing service and friendly staff.

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17. Derby Thai

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Where it is: 4 Derby Rd, Caulfield East

Why you have to go: Derby Thai serves up one of the best Pad Thais in Melbourne, and you'll have enough money left over for dessert.

- alexandraasaid

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