Budget Dining Guide
El Patron Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at El Patron? 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
$7.23
Budget for Two
$14.46
Priced Items Tracked
159
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El Patron Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at El Patron sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Extra Tortillas (3) | fajitas | — | $0.75 |
| 2 | Chicken Or Beef Taco (1) | side orders | — | $1.75 |
| 3 | Order Of Beans | side orders | — | $1.75 |
| 4 | Order Of Rice | side orders | — | $1.75 |
| 5 | Sopapilla | desserts | fried flour tortilla with honey and butter | $1.75 |
| 6 | Chicken Or Beef Enchilada | side orders | — | $1.85 |
| 7 | Chicken Or Beef Soft Taco (1) | side orders | — | $2.00 |
| 8 | Chile Relleno | side orders | — | $2.00 |
| 9 | Cheese Quesadilla | side orders | — | $2.25 |
| 10 | Chicken Or Beef Taco (1) | side orders | — | $2.50 |
| 11 | Tamale (1) | side orders | — | $2.50 |
| 12 | Chile Poblano (1) | side orders | pico de gallo, sour cream, corn or flour tortillas (3), jalapeno peppers, onions, grated cheese, tomatoes, cilantro, lettuce or chiles toreados. $0.75 per order | $2.75 |
| 13 | Guacamole Salad | soups & salads | — | $2.75 |
| 14 | Flan | desserts | mexican custard | $2.99 |
| 15 | Tossed Salad | soups & salads | — | $3.09 |
| 16 | Chalupa (1) | side orders | — | $3.25 |
| 17 | Cheese Dip, Bean Dip Or Guacamole Dip | appetizers | cheese dip blended with ground beef with pico de gallo | $3.25 |
| 18 | Chicken, Bean Or Beef Burrito | side orders | — | $3.25 |
| 19 | Mexican Sausage | side orders | — | $3.25 |
| 20 | Queso Fundido | appetizers | — | $3.25 |
| 21 | Spinach Quesadilla | side orders | — | $3.25 |
| 22 | Chicken Or Beef Tostada (1) | side orders | — | $3.29 |
| 23 | Flan | desserts | mexican custard with kahlua (liqueur) | $3.50 |
| 24 | Fried Ice Cream | desserts | — | $3.50 |
| 25 | Key Lime Pie | desserts | — | $3.50 |
| 26 | Nachos | appetizers | with or without jalapenos | $3.89 |
| 27 | Chalupa Jalisco | side orders | — | $4.25 |
| 28 | Cheese Dip, Bean Dip Or El Patron Dip | appetizers | cheese dip blended with ground beef with pico de gallo | $4.25 |
| 29 | Order Of Cheese Quesadillas (2) | a la carte | — | $4.49 |
| 30 | Nachos With Beans | appetizers | — | $4.75 |
El Patron Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable El Patron food category to save money on your next order
side orders
$2.60
16 items
desserts
$3.05
5 items
child's plate
$4.99
9 items
soups & salads
$5.09
7 items
a la carte
$5.74
7 items
appetizers
$6.09
15 items
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Finding affordable meals at El Patron 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 Patron.
Compare El Patron prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full El Patron menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at El Patron and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.