Budget Dining Guide
Cafe El Lago Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Cafe El Lago? 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 August 2026.
Lowest Price
$0.50
Average Item Price
$5.73
Budget for Two
$11.46
Priced Items Tracked
95
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Cafe El Lago Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Cafe El Lago sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cabbage | sides | — | $0.50 |
| 2 | Extra Onions | sides | — | $0.50 |
| 3 | Jalapenos | sides | — | $0.50 |
| 4 | Three Corn Tortillas | sides | — | $0.50 |
| 5 | Extra Salad Dressing | sides | — | $0.65 |
| 6 | Two Flour Tortillas | sides | — | $0.80 |
| 7 | Cilantro | sides | — | $0.85 |
| 8 | Red Chile | sides | — | $0.85 |
| 9 | Extra Cheese | sides | — | $0.95 |
| 10 | Pico De Gallo | sides | — | $0.95 |
| 11 | Sour Cream | sides | — | $0.95 |
| 12 | Tomatoes | sides | — | $0.95 |
| 13 | Kids Drinks | beverages | 1 Refill only on strawberry lemonade and horchata. | $0.99 |
| 14 | Beans | sides | — | $1.45 |
| 15 | Churro | dessert | — | $1.50 |
| 16 | Rice | sides | — | $1.70 |
| 17 | Chile Verde | sides | — | $1.95 |
| 18 | Coffee | beverages | — | $1.95 |
| 19 | Milk | beverages | — | $1.95 |
| 20 | Fries | sides | — | $2.25 |
| 21 | Iced Tea | beverages | (Black or respberry). | $2.29 |
| 22 | Soft Drinks | beverages | Coke, diet coke, coke zero, cherry coke, sprite, dr. pepper, diet dr. pepper, root, beer, lemonade refills to go $1.29. | $2.29 |
| 23 | Horchata | beverages | — | $2.45 |
| 24 | Strawberry Lemonade | beverages | — | $2.45 |
| 25 | Guacamole | sides | 4 Oz. | $2.50 |
| 26 | Posole | sides | — | $2.50 |
| 27 | Rolled Cheese Enchiladas | ala carte | — | $2.65 |
| 28 | Beef, Chicken Or Pork Enchiladas | ala carte | — | $2.95 |
| 29 | Chicken, Pork Or Beef Tacos | ala carte | Substitute grilled chicken $1.00, steak $1.20, shrimp $1.30 per taco or enchilada. | $2.95 |
| 30 | Chips & 8 Oz Salsa | sides | — | $2.95 |
Cafe El Lago Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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sides
$1.41
20 items
beverages
$2.05
7 items
ala carte
$4.16
8 items
dessert
$4.26
5 items
bowls
$4.70
4 items
little amigo meals
$4.85
7 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at Cafe El Lago — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at Cafe El Lago 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 Cafe El Lago.
Compare Cafe El Lago prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Cafe El Lago menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Cafe El Lago and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.