Budget Dining Guide
El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant? 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
$8.27
Budget for Two
$16.54
Priced Items Tracked
93
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El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sour Cream | side orders | — | $0.75 |
| 2 | Shredded Cheese | side orders | — | $0.95 |
| 3 | Tomatoes or Pico de Gallo | side orders | — | $0.95 |
| 4 | Tortillas (3) | side orders | — | $0.95 |
| 5 | Extra Chips | side orders | — | $2.00 |
| 6 | French Fries | side orders | — | $2.25 |
| 7 | Beans | side orders | — | $2.49 |
| 8 | Rice | side orders | — | $2.49 |
| 9 | Guacamole Dip | appetizers | — | $2.50 |
| 10 | Soft Tacos | tacos | Beef, chicken or bean | $2.50 |
| 11 | Soft Tacos | side orders | Beef, chicken or bean | $2.50 |
| 12 | Tamales | side orders | — | $2.55 |
| 13 | Enchiladas | side orders | Beef, chicken, cheese, beans or potato | $2.75 |
| 14 | Cheese Dip | appetizers | — | $2.99 |
| 15 | Chile Rellenos | side orders | — | $3.65 |
| 16 | Churros | desserts | Scoop of ice cream and fried apples in a pastry shell, covered with cinnamon and sugar. | $3.95 |
| 17 | Bean Dip | appetizers | — | $3.99 |
| 18 | Burritos | side orders | Chicken, beef, cheese, beans or potato | $3.99 |
| 19 | Flan | desserts | Rich, custard dessert with a layer of soft caramel on top. | $3.99 |
| 20 | Fried Ice Cream | desserts | Spanish-style caramel custard. | $3.99 |
| 21 | Mix Dip | appetizers | Cheese dip, ground beef and pico de gallo. | $3.99 |
| 22 | Choco-Chimichanga | desserts | Flour tortilla wrapped around a chocolate bar and deep-fried. Served with ice cream and whipped cream. | $4.95 |
| 23 | House Salad | appetizers | — | $4.95 |
| 24 | Three Hard Shell Tacos | tacos | Beef or chicken served with lettuce and cheese. | $4.95 |
| 25 | Chorizo Queso | appetizers | — | $4.99 |
| 26 | Nachos | appetizers | — | $5.29 |
| 27 | Grilled Chicken Salad | appetizers | — | $5.99 |
| 28 | Sopa Azteca | appetizers | A rich broth loaded with vegetables, tender chicken and sliced avocado. Topped with crispy tortilla strips. | $5.99 |
| 29 | Bean Nachos | appetizers | — | $6.29 |
| 30 | Beef & Bean Nachos | appetizers | — | $6.29 |
El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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side orders
$2.17
13 items
desserts
$4.22
4 items
appetizers
$5.94
18 items
tacos
$7.48
5 items
combos
$8.79
1 items
vegetarian
$8.99
6 items
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Finding affordable meals at El Ranchero Mexican Restaurant 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 Ranchero Mexican Restaurant.
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