Budget Dining Guide
Chiang Mai Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Chiang Mai? 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
$1.50
Average Item Price
$8.14
Budget for Two
$16.28
Priced Items Tracked
139
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Chiang Mai Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Chiang Mai sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fried Egg | side orders | — | $1.50 |
| 2 | Garlic Rice | side orders | — | $1.75 |
| 3 | Can of Soda | beverages | — | $1.95 |
| 4 | Cucumber Salad | side orders | — | $2.50 |
| 5 | Thai Iced Coffee | beverages | 16oz | $2.50 |
| 6 | Thai Iced Tea | beverages | 16oz | $2.50 |
| 7 | Lycsee Tea | beverages | 16oz | $2.95 |
| 8 | Mint Lemonade | beverages | 16oz | $2.95 |
| 9 | Peanut Sauce | side orders | — | $3.00 |
| 10 | Roti | desserts | Sweet Thai pancakes with condensed milk and sugar | $3.50 |
| 11 | Steamed Assorted Vegetables | side orders | — | $4.00 |
| 12 | Fried Banana with Honey and Crushed Peanuts | desserts | — | $4.50 |
| 13 | Fried Banana with Ice Cream | desserts | — | $5.50 |
| 14 | Gui Chai | appetizers | Vegetarian. Crispy chive cakes served with chef's secret sauce. | $5.95 |
| 15 | Tofu Tod | appetizers | Vegetarian. Deep-fried tofu served with sweet and sour sauce and ground peanuts. | $5.95 |
| 16 | Por-Pier Pak | appetizers | Vegetarian. Deep-fried egg rolls stuffed with silver noodles and vegetables and served with sweet and sour sauce. | $6.25 |
| 17 | Keaw Tod | appetizers | Fried marinated shrimp and pork stuffed wontons served with house sweet and sour sauce. | $6.50 |
| 18 | Som Tum Poo Salad | salads | Shredded green papaya salad with salted crab, tomatoes, green beans and chili and lemon dressing. | $6.95 |
| 19 | Som Tum Thai Salad | salads | Shredded green papaya salad with dried shrimps, tomatoes, green beans, ground peanuts, chili and lemon dressing. | $6.95 |
| 20 | Soop Nor Mai Salad | salads | Bamboo shoot salad with chili, onions, lemon dressing and a touch of rice powder. | $6.95 |
| 21 | Tod Mun Pla | appetizers | Deep-fried fish cakes served with cucumber salad and ground peanuts. | $6.95 |
| 22 | Chicken Satay | appetizers | Strips of chicken meat marinated with spices and barbecued on skewers. Served with peanut sauce and cucumber salad. | $7.25 |
| 23 | Sai Oou | appetizers | Deep-fried pork sausage served with vegetables. | $7.25 |
| 24 | Gang Pak | vegetarian | Your choice of medium red or green curry with mixed vegetables and tofu. | $7.50 |
| 25 | Kao Pad Pak | vegetarian | Fried rice with assorted vegetables, onions and egg. | $7.50 |
| 26 | Kao Rad Na Pak | vegetarian | Sauteed soft tofu with bamboo shoots, mushrooms, carrots and onions in gravy. | $7.50 |
| 27 | Larb Salad | salads | Your choice of ground chicken, pork or beef with chili, onions, rice powder and lemon dressing. | $7.50 |
| 28 | Larb Tofu Salad | salads | Soft tofu salad with chili, onions, rice powder, cilantro and lemon dressing. | $7.50 |
| 29 | Nuer Kem | appetizers | Beef jerky house specialty served with spicy sauce. | $7.50 |
| 30 | Pad Ma-Kuer | vegetarian | Sauteed eggplant with bell peppers and fresh basil. | $7.50 |
Chiang Mai Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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side orders
$2.55
5 items
beverages
$2.57
5 items
desserts
$4.50
3 items
appetizers
$7.08
12 items
vegetarian
$7.67
12 items
salads
$8.27
16 items
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Finding affordable meals at Chiang Mai 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 Chiang Mai.
Compare Chiang Mai prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Chiang Mai menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Chiang Mai and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.