Cheap Takeout in NYC From Beach Burgers to Flatbush Roti

4.4 (932)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 11:00 – 19:00; Fri – Sat, 11:00 – 20:00

86-01 Shore Front Pkwy, Rockaway Beach, NY 11693, USA

Burgers, hot dogs and soft serve come off this Rockaway grill counter, with beach juices, beer and wine too. Evenings bring DJs, parties and 20-minute live sets open to all ages. The open-air setup runs weather permitting, and fries add 6 dollars to a meal deal.

3.7 (39)

Mon – Thu, Sun, 10:00 – 01:00 (+1); Fri – Sat, 10:00 – 02:00 (+1)

3211a White Plains Rd

Halal fried chicken, pizza, fish dishes and combos fill the menu at this White Plains Road counter in the Bronx, with ice cream for dessert. Hours run until 1:00 AM, and 2:00 AM on Fridays and Saturdays. Some regulars praise fresh chicken, while others cite hygiene issues.

3.8 (187)

Mon – Sat, 10:00 – 20:00

825 Flatbush Ave

Caribbean takeout on Flatbush Avenue goes beyond rotis to curry chicken, fried fish, phoulourie and macaroni pie. Payment is cash only, orders are takeout only, and staff are welcoming. Popular dishes can sell out, the shop may close early, and it closes Sundays.

3.8 (130)

Mon – Sat, 11:30 – 00:00 (+1)

617 Wilson Ave

Family-run on Wilson Avenue, Empire Taco pairs inexpensive Chinese classics with fresh flour tortillas, from roast pork and broccoli to generous lo mein, ribs and dumplings. Most orders go out as takeout and delivery, and customers praise the friendly counter service.