Recently, Reddit user MLong32 asked the question “What (Cleveland) restaurants give the biggest portions & also best bang for your buck?” The responses were widespread, from the suburbs to the city and from steakhouses to Chinese buffets. Here are the recommendations for some great local food options if you’re looking to stretch your dollar far.

Taco Tonto’s 13321 Madison Ave., Lakewood “A giant burrito from Taco Tontos. The regular is filling but the portion of a giant is what a burrito should be. Bonus points if you get the cheeseburgerito. You will not be disappointed.” Via AvalancheQueen/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
New China Buffet 5935 Andrews Rd., Mentor-On-The-Lake “In Mentor On The Lake, there’s a Chinese buffet called New China Buffet, and for like $8 or $9 it’s all you can eat. And the food is surprisingly good. It’s kind of amazing how good it is for how cheap it is.” Via Asp821/Reddit Credit: New China Buffet/Facebook
Big Al’s Diner 12600 Larchmere Blvd., Cleveland “Big Al’s Diner in Larchmere” Via SurprisedSubaru/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
George’s Kitchen 13101 Triskett Rd., Cleveland “George’s Kitchen on Triskett” “ You can order everything on the 8 page menu and spend 50$ lol” (PinkCrush) Via CoffeeHouseBrat/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
Superior Pho 3030 Superior Ave., Cleveland Because pho is an essential (and reasonably priced) part of a balanced diet, not to mention one’s sanity, noodle shops like this one hold a very important place in our lives. Winter or summer, a bowl of pho is more than food; it’s a restorative elixir that sets us on a brighter path. Their phos are mostly $11.95 for a small, $12.95 for a large and $14.95 for an extra large. You can also get a bahn mi for 6.95 and it’s very delicious. Credit: Scene Archives
Tick Tock Tavern 11526 Clifton Ave., Cleveland This old school neighborhood barbecue joint offers up all-you-can-eat fish fry’s for only $9.95 on Wednesdays and Fridays and we’d highly recommend checking it out. They also have .25 cent muscles on Mondays and Thursdays. Credit: Scene Archives
Amigos Taqueria 14795 Pearl Rd., Strongsville and 4147 Bridgewater Pkwy., Stow “Amigos Taqueria in Strongsville is amazing. Biggest burritos I’ve ever seen and tastes great!” Via Dozmor/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
Buckeye Beer Engine 15315 Madison Ave., Lakewood “Buckeye Beer Engine has great wings and the engine hot was always a great blend to me of very spicy sauce that still had great flavor. Plus you can get a basket of tots which is a big plus,” Valan_Luca Credit: Scene Archives
Kintaro Sushi & Hot Pot 7325 Northcliff Ave., Brooklyn and 3111 Westgate Mall Ste. A128, Fairview Park “Loved our first carry out order from this place! We ordered the steak and shrimp hibachi as well as three rolls: the Tesla, the Chevrolet, and the spicy salmon. The hibachi was fantastic. I loved the veggies that were included and both the steak and shrimp were cooked perfectly. The sushi was delicious. My favorite roll was the Tesla but the Chevrolet was also very good. The spicy salmon roll was a very basic roll but good,” Britt M. on Yelp Photo via @Stephen.Corey/Instagram Credit: Scene Archives
Zoma 2240 Lee Rd., Cleveland Heights Despite what that one guy on Yelp said about the “bread,” we’re slightly obsessed with Zoma. We love the communal atmosphere of the experience, where diners sit around a platter of colorful, savory stews, pinching off bites with stretchy injera. Rare is the place that hungry vegetarians and omnivores can so peaceably coexist thanks to items starring chopped greens, chickpeas, lentils, beef and chicken. The housemade Ethiopian hot sauce, fueled by an exotic berbere spice blend, is righteous. Credit: Zoma/Facebook
Everest Cafe 14304 Puritas Ave., Cleveland “Cafe Everest, best indian food with huge portions” Via Faszkalap42-/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
Fratello’s 32085 Electric Blvd., Avon Lake “Fratello’s in Avon Lake” Via KleinEnterprise/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
Chopsticks Express 8800 Day Dr., Parma “Chopsticks Express. Get a huge takeout box of chinese pick and choose kinda like Panda Express style but better. Amazing Teriyaki as well. They used to be the Chinese place in Parmatown Mall until it was closed/demo’ed.” Via Tekkitan/Reddit Credit: Chopsticks Express/Facebook
Xinji Noodle Bar 4211 Lorain Ave., Cleveland “Xinji Ramen is very good for a big bowl of the best ramen in Cleveland.” Via VulcanMind1/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
Hibachi One 4454 Mayfield Rd., South Euclid “Hibachi One. Boxful of Hibachi for like 8 bucks” Via MuniStadium/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
ABC The Tavern 1872 West 25th St., Cleveland A classic Cleveland “old-man” bar with a totally modern vibe, this well-run tavern offers a full bar and plenty of tasty noshes, ranging from roasted red pepper hummus to a humongous burger. Nightly happy hours help make this a popular destination. Photo via Scene Archives Credit: Scene Archives
Dino’s Restaurant 1200 East 305th St., Willowick “Dino’s Restaurant on the east side in Willowick. Portions are huge and gets me full every time.” Via Darkness_Myoldfriend/Reddit Credit: Dino’s Restaurant/Facebook
Hoopples 1930 Columbus Rd., Cleveland “Hoopples is a dive bar with a limited menu but pretty dirt cheap..” Via Ienjoyeatingsteak10/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
Mama Roberto’s 8658 Mentor Ave., Mentor “Mama Roberto’s in Mentor has great portion sizes” Via TheFriarDude/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
Hatfield’s Goode Grub 16700 Lorain Rd., Cleveland ”Hatfields Goode Grub at Kamms is a decent price for a decent portion with pretty good food..” Via Jumbojon85/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
Mars Bar 15314 Madison Ave., Lakewood Oh man, the gyro at Mars Bar in Lakewood is worth getting this place on its own. It’s one of the best versions in town: Warm, thick and plush pita is piled high with flavorful shaved lamb-and-beef meat, crisp red onion, thick-sliced tomato and creamy tzatziki sauce made by the owner’s mother. And you can get it until 2:30 a.m. Credit: Scene Archives
Nino’s Italian 32652 Center Ridge Rd., North Ridgeville “Bit west but Nino’s Italian in North Ridgeville comes to mind – prices are higher for nice house prepared Italian fare but the portions are enormous!” Via ControlOnlyYourself/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives
Red, the Steakhouse 200 Park Ave., Orange Luscious slabs of beef and creative, indulgent salads, sides and desserts make this modern American steakhouse a prime location for well-heeled meat-eaters. A well-organized wine list, gracious service and contemporary rustic decor with a Napa-like sophistication complete one of the best steakhouses in the midwest. Credit: Scene Archives
Station 43 39910 Aurora Rd., Solon “Station 43 in Aurora. Big burgers and tons of fries Melt sandwiches are gigantic and tons of fries.” Via MonsieurRacinesBeast/Reddit Credit: Station 43 Tavern/Facebook
The Place To Be 1391 Warren Rd., Lakewood “Omelettes at The Place to Be in Lakewood are huge and pretty cheap. Cash only though” Via OtterSalad/Reddit Credit: Scene Archives

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