u/StructureBrave966

Moved here a year ago and I still feel like I’m eating at tourist-trap prices. Every app shows the same overrated spots. I see locals eating amazing food for cheap but I have no idea how they find those places. What’s the actual method? neighborhood walking, Facebook groups, something else? Genuinely lost here

I’ve been trying to cut down on food spending but still eat out occasionally. Google Maps and Yelp just show the same sponsored spots. I end up paying more than I wanted because I can’t find the hidden affordable places. How do you guys actually discover cheap, good local food? Do you have a system, or just word of mouth? I love finding cheap spots but it’s always a struggle. I found the best way is to just walk in and over time find cheap deals but I would love an easier way