Budget Dining Guide
Carl's Jr. Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Carl's Jr.? 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
$1.49
Average Item Price
$9.89
Budget for Two
$19.78
Priced Items Tracked
131
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Carl's Jr. Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Carl's Jr. sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100% Arabica Coffee | beverages | Small | $1.49 |
| 2 | Decaf Coffee | beverages | Small | $1.49 |
| 3 | Chocolate Chip Cookie | sides & desserts | Semi-sweet chocolate chip cookies. | $1.79 |
| 4 | Soft Drink | beverages | Small | $1.99 |
| 5 | Decaf Coffee | beverages | Medium | $2.89 |
| 6 | 100% Arabica Coffee | beverages | Medium | $2.99 |
| 7 | Coke® de Mexico | beverages | — | $2.99 |
| 8 | Natural-Cut French Fries | sides & desserts | Small | $3.29 |
| 9 | Soft Drink | beverages | Medium | $3.29 |
| 10 | 100% Arabica Coffee | beverages | Large | $3.49 |
| 11 | Simply Orange® | beverages | — | $3.49 |
| 12 | Soft Drink | beverages | Large | $3.49 |
| 13 | Spicy Chicken Sandwich | chicken & more | Spicy Chicken, lettuce and mayonnaise on a plain bun. | $3.50 |
| 14 | 1% Milk | beverages | — | $3.59 |
| 15 | Chocolate Milk | beverages | — | $3.69 |
| 16 | Dasani® Bottled Water | beverages | — | $3.69 |
| 17 | Decaf Coffee | beverages | Large | $3.79 |
| 18 | Natural-Cut French Fries | sides & desserts | Medium | $3.79 |
| 19 | 6 Piece - Chicken Stars™ | chicken & more | Crispy star-shaped chicken nuggets with the choice of dipping sauce. Served with small drink and small fry. | $3.99 |
| 20 | Double Cheeseburger | charbroiled double deals | Two charbroiled all-beef patties, American cheese, onions, ketchup, mustard and dill pickles on a plain bun. | $4.09 |
| 21 | Natural-Cut French Fries | sides & desserts | Large | $4.09 |
| 22 | Strawberry Swirl Cheesecake | sides & desserts | Creamy strawberry cheesecake with a graham cracker crust. | $4.39 |
| 23 | Chocolate Cake | sides & desserts | Rich chocolate cake topped with frosting. | $4.49 |
| 24 | Jalapeno POPPERS® Bites | sides & desserts | 6 pieces | $4.79 |
| 25 | Cheeseburger Kid's Meal | starpals®kids meals | Charbroiled all-beef patty topped with American cheese, dill pickles, ketchup and mustard on a plain bun. Served with kid's drink and kid's fry. | $4.89 |
| 26 | Hamburger Kid's Meal | starpals®kids meals | Charbroiled all-beef patty topped with dill pickles, ketchup and mustard on a plain bun. Served with kid's drink and kid's fry. | $4.89 |
| 27 | Jalapeño Double Cheeseburger Combo | charbroiled double deals | Small | $4.99 |
| 28 | Waffle Fries | sides & desserts | Seasoned waffle fries, fried to golden brown | $4.99 |
| 29 | 2 for $5 Mix and Match Value Bundle | charbroiled double deals | Carl’s Jr.’s new 2 for $5 Deal is available all day! Choose two tasty items, like our Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Spicy Lil Cheeseburger, savory Cheeseburger, fresh fries, crispy Hash Rounds, or sweet French Toast Dips—just for $5 bucks! | $5.00 |
| 30 | Big Hamburger | charbroiled burger | Charbroiled all-beef patty, dill pickles, onions, mustard and ketchup on a seeded bun. | $5.09 |
Carl's Jr. Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable Carl's Jr. food category to save money on your next order
beverages
$3.03
14 items
sides & desserts
$4.53
12 items
starpals®kids meals
$5.71
4 items
charbroiled double deals
$8.01
13 items
charbroiled burger
$8.61
11 items
chicken & more
$9.12
11 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at Carl's Jr. — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at Carl's Jr. 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 Carl's Jr..
Compare Carl's Jr. prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Carl's Jr. menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Carl's Jr. and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.