Downtown Chicago Restaurants
Protein Bar & Kitchen is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

1. Protein Bar & Kitchen

7.8
235 S Franklin St (at W Adams St), Chicago, IL
Vegan and Vegetarian Restaurant · The Loop · 48 tips and reviews

Time Out ChicagoTime Out Chicago: Healthy options—try the quinoa chili—are the rule, rather than the exception at this quickie spot Read more.

Jaffa Bakery is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

2. Jaffa Bakery

186 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL
Mediterranean Restaurant · The Loop · 6 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: The turkey sandwich is priced well, and you can specify whether you'd like white meat, dark meat, or a mix. Along with the standard toppings, you can get cranberry sauce.

3. Ceres Cafe

6.9
141 W Jackson Blvd (at Chicago Board of Trade Building), Chicago, IL
American Restaurant · The Loop · 64 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: If you don't feel like pancakes, try the Friday special, Deep Fried Halibut, for less than $10. Read more: http://www.cheapism.com/p/cheap-downtown-chicago-restaurants.mhtml#ixzz2kQcYsQXg

Goodwin's Restaurant is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

4. Goodwin's Restaurant

8.4
333 W Wacker Dr (at Lake), Chicago, IL
Sandwich Spot · The Loop · 17 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Try unique and healthy lunch sandwiches for under $6, and that includes a choice of a side. Read more: http://www.cheapism.com/p/cheap-downtown-chicago-restaurants.mhtml#ixzz2kQd7jC8w

Taza is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

5. Taza

7.4
176 N Franklin St (at Lake St.), Chicago, IL
Mediterranean Restaurant · The Loop · 17 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: A falafel sandwich for under $5 can be had at Taza, a Mediterranean restaurant known for hearty portions and fair prices. Add a drink and pita chips to any sandwich or plate for an extra $1.59. Read more.

Chicken Planet is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

6. Chicken Planet

8.1
177 W Van Buren St (btwn S Wells St & S Financial Pl), Chicago, IL
Middle Eastern Restaurant · The Loop · 18 tips and reviews

Serious EatsSerious Eats: Half-Chicken Order: The char flavor from the grill is great and you can choose light or dark meat, or even a mix.

Wow Bao - Michigan Ave is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

7. Wow Bao - Michigan Ave

200 N. Michigan Ave (Lake & Michigan), Chicago, IL
Dumpling Restaurant · The Loop · 42 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: This restaurant offers an array of Asian dishes including potstickers and, of course, bao. Read more: http://www.cheapism.com/p/cheap-downtown-chicago-restaurants.mhtml#ixzz2kQdwrwDj

Flaco's Tacos is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

8. Flaco's Tacos

7.2
725 S Dearborn St (btwn Harrison & Polk), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · Printer's Row · 74 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: For good, fast Mexican food, this is a neighborhood favorite. They offer daily specials, and every day, their tamales and taco dishes are just $2.45. Stop in on Monday for $3 Margaritas. Read more.

Pierogi Heaven is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

9. Pierogi Heaven

169 N Wells St, Chicago, IL
Polish Restaurant · The Loop · 31 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: For big portions at small prices, people keep going for the pieorogis, the Borsch is a favorite here too. A variety of 6-piece Pierogis are available for $3.99. Twelve-piece orders available. Read more.

Cafecito is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

10. Cafecito

8.8
26 E Congress Pkwy (at State St), Chicago, IL
Cuban Restaurant · The Loop · 193 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Get authentic Cuban sandwiches seven days a week. Their website offers coupons for a free house coffee with purchase of a sandwich, among other deals. Sandwiches are priced from $3 - $6. Read more.

Taco Fresco is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

11. Taco Fresco

180 N Wells St (at Lake St), Chicago, IL
Taco Restaurant · The Loop · 7 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: This casual Mexican restaurant serves taco combos, which includes two tacos, beans, rice and a soda for $5.75. They use lean meats and fresh ingredients and boil and bake the food instead of fry. Read more.

Oasis Cafe is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

12. Oasis Cafe

8.5
21 N Wabash Ave Ste 11 (btwn E Madison St & E Washington St), Chicago, IL
Middle Eastern Restaurant · The Loop · 43 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: You can enjoy a falafel plate for $4.99 or one of the daily specials, many of which are served with hummus, rice and olives. This cafe is known for fast, tasty Middle Eastern food. Read more.

Luke's Italian Beef is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

13. Luke's Italian Beef

7.5
215 W Jackson Blvd (btw Wells & Franklin), Chicago, IL
Sandwich Spot · The Loop · 37 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Grab a Chicago-style dog for $2.35 or Italian Beef sandwich for $4.65. Other items include meatball sandwiches, pasta and turkey subs. You can purchase beef by the pound to take home. Read more.

I Dream of Falafel is one of Downtown Chicago Restaurants.

14. I Dream of Falafel

331 S Franklin St (at Van Buren), Chicago, IL
Middle Eastern Restaurant · The Loop · 14 tips and reviews

CheapismCheapism: Affordable Mediterranean cuisine includes Baba Ganoujeh and Shawarma. Customize your dish with a Lebanese rol or bed of hummus. They'll text message you their specials if you sign up on the web. Read more.