Budget Dining Guide
El Centro Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at El Centro? 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
$2.00
Average Item Price
$10.88
Budget for Two
$21.76
Priced Items Tracked
79
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El Centro Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at El Centro sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Beans | sides | — | $2.00 |
| 2 | Pico De Gallo | sides | — | $2.00 |
| 3 | Refried Beans | sides | — | $2.00 |
| 4 | Coca Cola | drinks | diet coke, sprite, gingerale, club soda | $2.50 |
| 5 | Iced Tea | drinks | — | $2.50 |
| 6 | Jarritos | drinks | mandarina, limon, grapefruit, tutti-frutti, strawberry, tamarind | $2.50 |
| 7 | Lemonade | drinks | — | $3.00 |
| 8 | Extra Chips And Salsa | sides | — | $4.00 |
| 9 | Orange | drinks | cranberry, pineapple, grapefruit juice | $4.00 |
| 10 | Rice & Beans | sides | — | $4.00 |
| 11 | Rice & Red Rice | sides | — | $4.00 |
| 12 | Small Guacamole | sides | — | $4.00 |
| 13 | Sweet Potato Fries | sides | — | $4.00 |
| 14 | Vegetable Of The Day | sides | — | $4.00 |
| 15 | Fried Plantains | sides | — | $5.00 |
| 16 | Mexican Corn On The Cob | ensaladas | — | $5.00 |
| 17 | Pellegrino | drinks | panna water | $6.00 |
| 18 | Caesar Salad | ensaladas | w/ tomatoes, red peppers & brioche croutons | $7.00 |
| 19 | Ensalada Centro | ensaladas | baby romaine, avocado, fresh mango, jicama & ancho balsamic vinaigrette | $7.00 |
| 20 | Tortilla Soup Gratinado | ensaladas | avocado, diced chicken & jack cheese | $7.50 |
| 21 | Guacamole W/ Chips | ensaladas | — | $8.00 |
| 22 | Achiote Rubbed Chicken | tacos | w/ guacamole & mole negro | $9.00 |
| 23 | Braised Short Ribs | tacos | w/ refried beans, pico de gallo, crema & tamarind-pasilla sauce | $9.00 |
| 24 | Coca-Cola Carnitas | tacos | w/ pickled radish, refried beans & guacamole | $9.00 |
| 25 | Veggie | tacos | w/ refried beans, sweet corn & crema | $9.00 |
| 26 | 7 Grain Granola | el desayuno | w/ vanilla-cinnamon yogurt, seasonal fresh fruit & agave-piloncillo honey | $10.00 |
| 27 | Chicken W/ Red Sauce | los pozoles | — | $10.00 |
| 28 | Grilled Mahi-Mahi | tacos | w/ caramelized onion, guacamole & chipotle aioli | $10.00 |
| 29 | Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes | el desayuno | w/ cinnamon butter, maple syrup & piloncillo créme | $10.00 |
| 30 | Baja Shrimp | tacos | w/ dos equis beer batter, cucumber pico de gallo, chipotle aioli & guacamole | $11.00 |
El Centro Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable El Centro food category to save money on your next order
drinks
$3.42
6 items
sides
$3.50
10 items
ensaladas
$6.90
5 items
tacos
$10.50
8 items
los pozoles
$12.00
3 items
el desayuno
$12.04
14 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at El Centro — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at El Centro 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 El Centro.
Compare El Centro prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full El Centro menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at El Centro and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.