Budget Dining Guide
El Palenque Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at El Palenque? 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
$0.99
Average Item Price
$7.61
Budget for Two
$15.22
Priced Items Tracked
57
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El Palenque Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at El Palenque sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Green Tomatillo Salsa | sides | — | $0.99 |
| 2 | Jalapeno Slices | sides | — | $0.99 |
| 3 | Red Hot Salsa | sides | — | $0.99 |
| 4 | Shredded Cheese | sides | — | $0.99 |
| 5 | Sour Cream | sides | — | $0.99 |
| 6 | Ice Cream Scoop | desserts | one scoop of vanilla ice cream. | $1.15 |
| 7 | El Bunuelo | desserts | a fried flour tortilla sprinkled with cinnamon & sugar. (topped with caramel $3.25). | $1.25 |
| 8 | Mexican Rice | sides | — | $1.99 |
| 9 | Refried Beans | sides | — | $1.99 |
| 10 | Cheese Enchilada | combo plates | corn tortilla rolled and filled with cheese or meat covered in our red enchilada sauce and topped with melted cheese. | $2.95 |
| 11 | Taco (Soft Flour Or Corn) | combo plates | your choice of chicken, ground beef, steak, marinated por, or chorizo. topped with lettuce, tomato, and cheese. crispy taco upon request. | $2.95 |
| 12 | Tamal | combo plates | steamed corn dough filled with pork meat and our special sauce. | $2.95 |
| 13 | Tostada | combo plates | flat crispy tortilla spread with beans, your choice of meat and topped with lettuce, shredded cheese, and tomato. | $2.95 |
| 14 | Avocado Slices | sides | — | $2.99 |
| 15 | Flavorful Flan | desserts | mexican milk custard caramelized and served cold. | $2.99 |
| 16 | Pico De Gallo | sides | — | $2.99 |
| 17 | Create Your Own Ice Cream Sundae | desserts | one scoop of ice cream, one topping, and one sauce. toppings : pralines, peanut brittle, tortugas, chocolate covered oreo's. sauce : caramel or chocolate sauce. | $3.95 |
| 18 | El Palenque Kid's Meal | kids only | aes 13 & under enjoy one meal with your choice of rice & beans or french fries. includes one small soda, lemonade or milk. | $3.95 |
| 19 | Joel's Deep Fried Ice Cream | desserts | ice cream covered in our special blaen of flakes and spices, deep fried and served with whipped cream. | $3.95 |
| 20 | Palenque Sopapilla | desserts | fried flour tortilla served with ice cream & topped with homemade caramel sauce. | $3.95 |
| 21 | Gorditias (2) | especialidades de la casa | corn dough style pita pocket, stuffed with your choice of ground beef or chicken. substitute steak, marinated pork, or chorizo for an additional $1.00. | $3.99 |
| 22 | Guacamole | sides | — | $3.99 |
| 23 | Chile Relleno | combo plates | roasted poblano pepper stuffed with cheese or your choice of meat and then fried in our own egg batter. | $5.95 |
| 24 | Deluxe Sundae | desserts | one scoop of ice cream with all toppings and sauces. | $5.95 |
| 25 | El Palenque Guacamole | appetizers | maria's special recipe. | $5.95 |
| 26 | Queso Dip | appetizers | a bowl of creamy melted white cheese. add $1.00 for chorizo. add $0.75 for grilled onion and jalapeno. | $5.95 |
| 27 | Grande Sundae | desserts | three scoops of ice cream with all toppings and sauces. | $6.95 |
| 28 | Nacho Chips | appetizers | tortilla chips covered with refried beans and your choice of ground beef of chicken. lettuce, tomato, shredded melted cheese and sour cream. | $6.95 |
| 29 | Quesadilla | quesadillas & tostadas | a flour tortilla filled with melted cheese and grilled to perfection. | $6.95 |
| 30 | El Palenque Nacho Mix | appetizers | tortilla chips covered with refried beans and ground beef and chicken along with lettuce, tomato, shredded and melted cheese, and sour cream. | $7.95 |
El Palenque Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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sides
$1.89
10 items
combo plates
$3.55
5 items
desserts
$3.77
8 items
kids only
$3.95
1 items
appetizers
$7.66
5 items
quesadillas & tostadas
$9.35
5 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at El Palenque — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at El Palenque 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 Palenque.
Compare El Palenque prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full El Palenque menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at El Palenque and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.