Blues Alley logo

Budget Dining Guide

Blues Alley Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options

Looking for affordable food at Blues Alley? This budget guide lists every menu item sorted from lowest to highest price so you can find cheap eats and low-cost meal deals quickly. Prices updated July 2026.

Lowest Price

$5.25

Average Item Price

$14.93

Budget for Two

$29.86

Priced Items Tracked

33

Top 3 Most Affordable Picks

#1 Gil Scott Heron’s Mixed Greens Salad $5.25
#2 Charlie Byrd’s Cajun Fries $6.25
#3 Rachelle Ferrell’s Classic Onion Soup $6.50

Blues Alley Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive

Every affordable menu item at Blues Alley sorted from lowest to highest price

Full menu →
# Menu Item Category Portion Price
1 Gil Scott Heron’s Mixed Greens Salad appetizers, soups & salads tossed in a balsamic vinaigrette $5.25
2 Charlie Byrd’s Cajun Fries second set $6.25
3 Rachelle Ferrell’s Classic Onion Soup appetizers, soups & salads slow caramelized onions, beef stock, & vermouth seasoned croutons with baked provolone cheese $6.50
4 Tuck & Patti’s appetizers, soups & salads $7.00
5 Stanley Jordan’s Chips & Salsa appetizers, soups & salads homemade tomato salsa served with tortilla chips $7.25
6 Chuck & Robert Redd Beans & Rice appetizers, soups & salads topped w/red onion & cajun spice $7.50
7 Jean Carne’s Spinach & Artichoke Dip appetizers, soups & salads topped w/cajun spices served warm w/tortilla chips $8.35
8 Jonathan Butler’s Seafood Gumbo appetizers, soups & salads shrimp, crabmeat, red peppers, onion in a spicy tomato broth $8.75
9 Keter Betts’ Chicken Fingers second set deep fried served with barbeque & honey mustard $9.25
10 Arturo Sandoval’s Caesar Salad appetizers, soups & salads homemade caesar dressing served w/herbed croutons & parmesan cheese $9.35
11 Terence Blanchard’s Fried Shrimp appetizers, soups & salads jumbo shrimp served w/homemade cocktail sauce $9.85
12 Alex Bugnon’s Baked Brie appetizers, soups & salads ginger-mango chutney topped with almonds, served with bread & crackers $10.50
13 Deep Fried Crab Balls appetizers, soups & salads cajun-spiced served w/ homemade cocktail sauce $11.25
14 Angela Bofill’s Crab Po’ Boy second set deep fried cajun seasoned served on a toasted sub roll w/homemade remoulade & cajun fries $11.50
15 Diane Schuur’s Oyster Po’ Boy second set deep fried served on a toasted sub roll w/homemade remoulade & cajun fries $11.50
16 Eartha Kitt’s Catfish Po’ Boy second set crisp-broiled, served on a toasted sub roll w/homemade remoulade & cajun fries $11.50
17 Eddie Palmieri’s Beef Po’ Boy second set sautéed tenderloin in beef jus served on a toasted sub roll w/homemade remoulade & cajun fries $12.50
18 Arturo Sandoval’s Caesar Salad appetizers, soups & salads with grilled or fried chicken $13.25
19 Shrimp Cocktail appetizers, soups & salads $14.00
20 Ahmad Jamal’s Vegetarian Creole Rice entrees sautéed cajun- spiced tofu, onions, celery, carrots, red peppers, asparagus with creole seasoning served over rice $17.50
21 Dizzy Gillespie’s Jambalaya entrees chicken, ham and andouille sausage stewed in a rich creole sauce served over rice w/seasonal vegetables $19.00
22 Maynard Ferguson’s Cajun Chicken entrees available gluten free) braised in cajun spices served over cheddar cheese grits topped w/mirepoix $20.50
23 Eva Cassidy’s Shrimp & Grits Ala Nagé entrees sautéed in homemade shrimp gravy served over cheddar cheese grits $21.50
24 Nancy Wilson’s Shrimp Etouffee entrees sautéed in a mild creole sauce served over rice w/seasonal vegetables $21.50
25 Tony Bennett’s Shrimp & Artichoke Hearts entrees sautéed in lemon & a white-wine-garlic-parsley butter served over rice $21.50
26 Mccoy Tyner’s Blackened Catfish entrees crisp-broiled in cajun spices, served with red beans & rice $22.00
27 Joe Williams’ Stuffed Pork Chops entrees stuffed w/sautéed apples & onions, served with red beans & rice $22.50
28 Mose Allison’s Cajun Crawfish-Salmon Cakes entrees served on a bed of rice w/seasonal vegetables & homemade remoulade $22.50
29 Stanley Turrentine’s Crab Cakes entrees lightly cajun spiced served with red beans rice & homemade cocktail sauce $22.50
30 Jerry "The Iceman" Butler Baked Salmon entrees (available gluten free) served on a bed of steamed vegetables & rice topped w/ginger-mango chutney $23.75

Blues Alley Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category

Find the most affordable Blues Alley food category to save money on your next order

appetizers, soups & salads

$9.14

13 items

second set

$10.42

6 items

entrees

$22.23

14 items

Similar Binge-Worthy Restaurants

More value-menu alternatives if you like Blues Alley

See all →

Frequently Asked Questions About Blues Alley Prices

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

What is the cheapest item on the Blues Alley menu?

The most affordable item at Blues Alley is Gil Scott Heron’s Mixed Greens Salad priced at $5.25. 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 Blues Alley on a budget?

The average menu item at Blues Alley costs about $14.93. For two people dining on a budget, you can expect to spend approximately $29.86 by choosing affordable options. Look at the lowest-priced items for the best value meals.

How many low-cost menu items does Blues Alley have?

Blues Alley currently has 33 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 Blues Alley prices updated regularly?

Yes. Our Blues Alley 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 Blues Alley menu category has the cheapest prices?

The most budget-friendly category at Blues Alley is appetizers, soups & salads with an average price of $9.14 across 13 items. This category offers the best value if you are looking for affordable dining options and low-cost meals.

Smart Ways to Save Money at Blues Alley — Budget Dining Tips

Finding affordable meals at Blues Alley 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 Blues Alley.

Compare Blues Alley prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Blues Alley menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Blues Alley and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.

Explore MenuXP