Budget Dining Guide
El Jefe Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at El Jefe? 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
$0.75
Average Item Price
$5.19
Budget for Two
$10.38
Priced Items Tracked
49
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El Jefe Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at El Jefe sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orden De Limon | side orders | order of fresh lime | $0.75 |
| 2 | Orden De Chile Asado | side orders | roasted jalapeno pepper | $0.95 |
| 3 | Orden De Sour Cream | side orders | — | $0.95 |
| 4 | Orden De Tortillas | side orders | side order of corn or flour tortillas | $0.95 |
| 5 | Salsa Roja O Verde | side orders | green or red sauce. | $0.95 |
| 6 | Orden De Cebollitas | side orders | scallions | $1.50 |
| 7 | Orden De Guacamole | side orders | — | $1.95 |
| 8 | Papas Fritas | side orders | French fries | $1.95 |
| 9 | Extra Chips & Salsa | side orders | — | $2.25 |
| 10 | Orden De Arroz | side orders | rice | $2.25 |
| 11 | Orden De Frijoles | side orders | beans | $2.25 |
| 12 | Tamal | side orders | pollo o queso (chicken or cheese) | $2.25 |
| 13 | Enchilada | side orders | de pollo, carne o queso (chicken, beef or cheese) | $2.50 |
| 14 | Frijoles / Beans | tostadas | pollo deshebrado / shredded chicken corne deshebrada / shredded beef lomo/ shredded pork | $2.75 |
| 15 | Orden Pico De Gallo | side orders | — | $2.95 |
| 16 | "El Jefe" Style Chili | soups | homemade blend of ground beef, beans, vegetables and our special spices. | $3.50 |
| 17 | Chicken Rice Soup | soups | chicken, Mexican wild-rice, and fresh vegetables in a flavorful broth. | $3.50 |
| 18 | Chile Relleno | side orders | poblano pepper stuffed with cheese. | $3.75 |
| 19 | Jamon / Ham | tostadas | — | $3.75 |
| 20 | Sopes | side orders | homemade corn, tortilla topped with beans, lettuce, tomato and your choice of meat. | $3.75 |
| 21 | Gorditas | side orders | homemade corn tortilla stuffed with beans Mexican cheese and your choice of meat. | $3.95 |
| 22 | Ceviche / Fish | tostadas | — | $4.25 |
| 23 | Garden Salad | fresh salads | lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots and your choice of dressing. | $4.25 |
| 24 | 2 Rolled Tacos / Flautas | side orders | pollo, carne, o lomo (shredded chicken, shredded beef or shredded pork) | $4.50 |
| 25 | Camaron / Shrimp | tostadas | — | $4.50 |
| 26 | Fried Mozzarella Sticks (5) | appetizers | — | $4.75 |
| 27 | Jalapeno Peppers (5) | appetizers | — | $4.75 |
| 28 | Guacamole Dip | appetizers | avocado chunks mixed with onions, tomato cilantro and lite jalapeno peppers. | $4.95 |
| 29 | Quesadilla Con Chorizo O Pollo Deshebrado | appetizers | quesadilla with cheese and your choice of Mexican sausage or shredded chicken. No substitutions please. | $5.50 |
| 30 | Queso Fundido Con Chile | appetizers | melted cheese with jalapeno peppers | $5.50 |
El Jefe Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable El Jefe food category to save money on your next order
side orders
$2.24
18 items
tostadas
$3.81
4 items
soups
$5.65
3 items
tortas
$5.95
1 items
fresh salads
$6.17
4 items
appetizers
$6.60
14 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at El Jefe — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at El Jefe 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 Jefe.
Compare El Jefe prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full El Jefe menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at El Jefe and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.