Looking to try the best diners in town?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best affordable diners in St. Louis, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of the best spots to fulfill your urges.

1. Billie's Fine Foods

Topping the list is Billie's Fine Foods. Located at 1802 S. Broadway in Kosciusko, the diner is the highest-rated business of its kind in St. Louis, boasting four stars out of 63 reviews on Yelp. Options include everything from steak and eggs to country fried steak and gravy.

Gary W. noted, "Great service and super food. We will be back! The country fried steak sandwich was awesome and the gravy was excellent. My wife loved her pancakes."

Yelper Donna S. wrote, "Tried this diner for the first time Saturday morning and the food was very good. They have recently reopened after a fire, so everything was fresh and clean."

2. Morning Glory Diner

Next up is Benton Park West's Morning Glory Diner, situated at 2609 Cherokee St. With 4.5 stars out of 43 reviews on Yelp, the breakfast and brunch diner, which serves sandwiches and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking for an inexpensive option.

Yelper Rachael R., who reviewed the business on Oct. 26, wrote, "I've been to this diner a few times and thoroughly appreciate the community they have built on Cherokee."

Yelper Lydia-Rae W. wrote, "Last time I walked into this building was when it was Vista Ramen. Still a cute, comfy environment. The menu was small and quaint and had something to offer for everyone. It was a good experience."

3. Chili Mac's Diner

Downtown St. Louis' Chili Mac's Diner, located at 510 Pine St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the budget-friendly diner four stars out of 117 reviews.  Look out for chili-based entrees, such as the chili dog and chili tamale. 

Yelper Phillip W., who reviewed the diner on Nov. 22, wrote, "Let's face it, even in today's health-conscious world, there's room in your life for a plate of stick-to-your-ribs comfort food. Chili Mac's is my favorite place for the morning after a long night."

Stephen W. noted, "Walking into Chili Mac's, you feel like you are taking a step 50 years into the past. Everything about this place reminds me of how a diner in a movie is portrayed."

4. Eat-Rite Diner

Eat-Rite Diner in La Salle is another low-priced go-to, with four stars out of 111 Yelp reviews. Head over to 622 Chouteau Ave. to see for yourself. Grab yourself a classic American burger with fries. 

Yelper Caitlin R. wrote, "Five stars for atmosphere, and the food was good, too."

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