A La Shanghai Cheapest Menu Items & Budget Meals (July 2026 Prices)

Q: What is the cheapest item on the A La Shanghai menu?

The most affordable item at A La Shanghai is steam rice priced at $1.00. This is one of the lowest-cost menu options available.

Q: How much does it cost to eat at A La Shanghai on a budget?

The average menu item at A La Shanghai costs about $8.23. For two people dining on a budget, expect to spend approximately $16.46.

Q: How many low-cost menu items does A La Shanghai have?

A La Shanghai currently has 139 menu items with tracked prices. We list the 30 most affordable options sorted from lowest to highest price.

Q: Which A La Shanghai menu category has the cheapest prices?

The most budget-friendly category at A La Shanghai is rice, noodle and dim sim with an average price of $5.66 across 38 items.

A La Shanghai Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive

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#	Menu Item	Category	Portion	Price
1	steam rice	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$1.00
2	soft drink	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$1.25
3	apple juice	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$2.50
4	orange juice	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$2.50
5	beer	rice, noodle and dim sim	domestic	$2.95
6	beer	rice, noodle and dim sim	import	$3.75
7	Red or white wine	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$3.75
8	Egg Roll	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$4.95
9	garlic cucumber	appetizers	—	$4.95
10	preserved egg bean curd	appetizers	—	$4.95
11	shanghai noodle soup	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$4.95
12	Sichuan orange beef	appetizers	—	$4.95
13	beef fried rice or chao mian	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$5.95
14	beef tenderloin noodle soup	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$5.95
15	celery dry tofu	appetizers	—	$5.95
16	Chicken & Sweet corn soup	soup	—	$5.95
17	chicken fried rice or chao mian	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$5.95
18	cold processing beef	appetizers	—	$5.95
19	fermented glutinous sesame boiled rice dumpling	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$5.95
20	Fried ToFu & Bermicelli Soup	soup	—	$5.95
21	hot & sour soup	soup	—	$5.95
22	hot spicy internal organs	appetizers	—	$5.95
23	Pork Dumpling	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$5.95
24	pork fried rice or chao mian	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$5.95
25	Pork Steam Dumpling	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$5.95
26	Pot Stick	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$5.95
27	Preserved Vege. & pork soup	soup	—	$5.95
28	Qi Cai won ton	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$5.95
29	ribs noodle soup	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$5.95
30	Rose bean paste boiled rice dumpling	rice, noodle and dim sim	—	$5.95

A La Shanghai Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category

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rice, noodle and dim sim

$5.66

38 items

appetizers

$6.15

10 items

vegetables

$7.85

16 items

chicken

$7.95

10 items

pork

$8.71

12 items

beef

$8.95

11 items

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Frequently Asked Questions About A La Shanghai Prices

Common questions about menu prices, budget meals, and affordable dining options.

What is the cheapest item on the A La Shanghai menu?

The most affordable item at A La Shanghai is steam rice priced at $1.00. This is one of the lowest-cost menu options available, making it a great budget-friendly pick for cost-conscious diners.

How much does it cost to eat at A La Shanghai on a budget?

The average menu item at A La Shanghai costs about $8.23. For two people dining on a budget, you can expect to spend approximately $16.46 by choosing affordable options. Look at the lowest-priced items for the best value meals.

How many low-cost menu items does A La Shanghai have?

A La Shanghai currently has 139 menu items with tracked prices. Out of these, we list the 30 most affordable options sorted from lowest to highest price to help you find cheap eats quickly.

Are A La Shanghai prices updated regularly?

Yes. Our A La Shanghai menu price data is continuously tracked and updated. This page reflects the most recent pricing as of July 2026. Restaurant prices may vary by location, so use these as general reference prices for budget planning.

Which A La Shanghai menu category has the cheapest prices?

The most budget-friendly category at A La Shanghai is rice, noodle and dim sim with an average price of $5.66 across 38 items. This category offers the best value if you are looking for affordable dining options and low-cost meals.

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Finding affordable meals at A La Shanghai doesn't mean you have to sacrifice quality. Our curated low-cost menu guide helps you discover the cheapest food options, budget-friendly combo deals, and best value items available on the current menu.

Prices shown are tracked from official menu sources and updated regularly. Whether you're a student looking for cheap eats, a family dining on a budget, or simply trying to keep meal costs down, sorting by price is the fastest way to find great value at A La Shanghai.

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A La Shanghai Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options