Budget Dining Guide

Dakota Steakhouse Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options

Looking for affordable food at Dakota Steakhouse? 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

$2.99

Average Item Price

$18.38

Budget for Two

$36.76

Priced Items Tracked

59

Top 3 Most Affordable Picks

#1 Seasonal Vegetables $2.99
#2 Creamed Spinach $3.99
#3 Garlic Mushrooms $3.99

Dakota Steakhouse Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive

Every affordable menu item at Dakota Steakhouse sorted from lowest to highest price

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# Menu Item Category Portion Price
1 Seasonal Vegetables sides $2.99
2 Creamed Spinach sides Spinach chopped spinach blended with a creamy garlic sauce and served bubbling hot. $3.99
3 Garlic Mushrooms sides Fresh whole button mushrooms sautéed with garlic butter. $3.99
4 Soup Du Jour soup & salad $4.29
5 Potato Skins starters Crispy skins topped with melted monterey jack and white cheddar cheese, bacon bits, and scallions. $7.99
6 Buffalo Chicken Tenders starters Served with blue cheese, buffalo sauce, celery, and carrot sticks. $8.99
7 Pork Dumplings starters Served on a bed of asian slaw with peanut & spicy asian sauce. $8.99
8 Portobello Fries starters Sliced portobellomushrooms with a zesty breading, fried andserved with marinara sauce. $8.99
9 Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail starters Succulent chilled jumbo shrimp served with zesty cocktail sauce. $9.99
10 Crispy California Calamari starters Lightly breaded strips fried with red peppers and onions, drizzled with ancho-chilemayonnaise. $10.99
11 Maryland Lump Crab Cakes starters Lump crabmeat made into light cakes, baked and served with a creamy remouladesauce. $10.99
12 Stuffed Mushrooms starters Tender mushroom caps filled with a crabmeat and mushroom stuffing, topped with Monterey Jack cheese, and baked to a golden brown. $10.99
13 Bacon Wrapped Scallops starters Large scallops wrapped in apple wood smoked bacon. Accompanied by a maple mustard sauce. $11.99
14 Dakota Trio starters A platter of flame grilled chicken, teriyaki beef, and seasoned grilled shrimp. $11.99
15 Farm Fresh Salad Bar soup & salad Choose from our selection of house made salads, fresh greens, crunchy vegetables, and signature dressings to create your own salad as you like it. $11.99
16 Fire Grilled Chicken ligter fare $13.99
17 Soup and Salad soup & salad Choose a hearty bowl of soup and combine it with farm fresh salad bar. $13.99
18 Grilled Ground Sirloin ligter fare $14.99
19 Chicken Parmesan ligter fare $15.99
20 Fire Grilled Breast of Chicken chicken Two chicken breasts marinated in our special house sauce, fire grilled for that one-of-a-kind smoky finish. $16.99
21 Home Made Meatloaf house specialties Topped with a rich mushroom sauce. $16.99
22 Sirloin Kabob ligter fare $16.99
23 Grilled Salmon ligter fare $17.99
24 Home Style Chicken & Biscuits chicken A homemade biscuit topped with tender chicken and hearty vegetable cream sauce. $17.99
25 Teriyaki Chicken chicken Two chicken breasts marinated in our teriyaki sauce, then fire grilled. $17.99
26 Vegetable Ravioli house specialties Ravioli sauteed in a white wine lemon butter sauce on a bed of spinach, mushrooms, and red bell peppers. $17.99
27 Chicken Parmesan chicken Two boneless chicken breasts baked in seasoned bread crumbs, topped with marinara sauce, and covered in melted mozzarella cheese. $18.99
28 Top Sirloin ligter fare $19.29
29 Teriyaki Steak ligter fare $19.49
30 Maple Glazed Pork Chops house specialties Two fire grilled center-cut pork chops covered in our maple mustard glaze. $19.99

Dakota Steakhouse Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category

Find the most affordable Dakota Steakhouse food category to save money on your next order

sides

$3.66

3 items

soup & salad

$10.09

3 items

starters

$10.19

10 items

ligter fare

$16.96

7 items

chicken

$17.99

4 items

house specialties

$20.32

6 items

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dakota Steakhouse Prices

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

What is the cheapest item on the Dakota Steakhouse menu?

The most affordable item at Dakota Steakhouse is Seasonal Vegetables priced at $2.99. 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 Dakota Steakhouse on a budget?

The average menu item at Dakota Steakhouse costs about $18.38. For two people dining on a budget, you can expect to spend approximately $36.76 by choosing affordable options. Look at the lowest-priced items for the best value meals.

How many low-cost menu items does Dakota Steakhouse have?

Dakota Steakhouse currently has 59 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 Dakota Steakhouse prices updated regularly?

Yes. Our Dakota Steakhouse menu price data is continuously tracked and updated. This page reflects the most recent pricing as of August 2026. Restaurant prices may vary by location, so use these as general reference prices for budget planning.

Which Dakota Steakhouse menu category has the cheapest prices?

The most budget-friendly category at Dakota Steakhouse is sides with an average price of $3.66 across 3 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 Dakota Steakhouse — Budget Dining Tips

Finding affordable meals at Dakota Steakhouse 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 Dakota Steakhouse.

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