Budget Dining Guide
Cancun Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Cancun? 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
$0.75
Average Item Price
$6.47
Budget for Two
$12.94
Priced Items Tracked
71
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Cancun Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Cancun sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Huevos (2) | sides | eggs | $0.75 |
| 2 | Coca de Botella o Lata | to go menu-sodas | — | $1.00 |
| 3 | Jarrito de Tamarindo y Guayaba | to go menu-sodas | — | $1.00 |
| 4 | Jarrito de Toronja o Jamaica | to go menu-sodas | — | $1.00 |
| 5 | Limon o Pina | to go menu-sodas | — | $1.00 |
| 6 | Pepsi de Botella o Lata | to go menu-sodas | — | $1.00 |
| 7 | Sangria | to go menu-sodas | — | $1.00 |
| 8 | Sidral-Mineral Water | to go menu-sodas | — | $1.00 |
| 9 | Tea | to go menu-sodas | — | $1.25 |
| 10 | Arroz | sides | vera cruz rice | $1.50 |
| 11 | Frijoles | sides | refried beans | $1.50 |
| 12 | Tacos de Asada al Pastor, Pollo y Lengua | antojitos (appetizers) | steak, chicken, pork or beef | $1.50 |
| 13 | Tortillas (4) | sides | corn or flour | $1.50 |
| 14 | Papas Fritas | sides | French fries | $1.85 |
| 15 | Chips & Salsa | sides | — | $2.00 |
| 16 | Nachos Con Queso | sides | corn chips with cheese | $2.85 |
| 17 | Sopes de Pollo y Carne al Pastor o Lengua | antojitos (appetizers) | chicken, steak, pork or beef | $3.25 |
| 18 | Toastadas de Lengua y Asada o Pollo | antojitos (appetizers) | beef, chicken or steak | $3.25 |
| 19 | Tostadas de Camaron o Ceviche | antojitos (appetizers) | shrimp or fish | $3.50 |
| 20 | Guacamole | sides | avacado with tomato, onions, cilantro and jalpenos | $3.85 |
| 21 | Tortas de Pollo, Carne Asada, Milaneza y Jamon con Queso | antojitos (appetizers) | chicken, steak, breaded beef or ham and cheese sandwich | $3.85 |
| 22 | Burrito de Carne al Pastor | antojitos (appetizers) | pork | $4.00 |
| 23 | Burrito de Carne Asada o Pollo | antojitos (appetizers) | steak or chicken | $4.00 |
| 24 | Burrito con Arroz y Frijoles | para ninos (children) | with rice and beans | $4.25 |
| 25 | Chicken Fingers con Papas | para ninos (children) | chicken fingers and French fries | $4.25 |
| 26 | Enchilada con Arroz y Frijoles | para ninos (children) | with rice and beans | $4.25 |
| 27 | Pollo Frito con Papas | para ninos (children) | fried chicken and French Fries | $4.25 |
| 28 | Quesadilla con Arroz y Frijoles | para ninos (children) | with rice and beans | $4.25 |
| 29 | Taco con Arroz y Frijoles | para ninos (children) | with rice or beans | $4.25 |
| 30 | Taco Salad | to go menu-vegeteriano (vegeterian) | lettuce, tomato and cheese | $4.25 |
Cancun Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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to go menu-sodas
$1.03
8 items
sides
$1.97
8 items
para ninos (children)
$4.25
6 items
antojitos (appetizers)
$5.01
11 items
to go menu-vegeteriano (vegeterian)
$6.82
5 items
guisos (entree)
$9.14
13 items
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Finding affordable meals at Cancun 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 Cancun.
Compare Cancun prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Cancun menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Cancun and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.