Budget Dining Guide
El Tio Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at El Tio? 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
$3.00
Average Item Price
$13.06
Budget for Two
$26.12
Priced Items Tracked
54
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El Tio Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at El Tio sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Caldo De Mariscos | appetizers / soups / salads | spicy seafood soup, mussels, clams, calamari, fish and shrimp | $3.00 |
| 2 | Caldo Tlalpeno | appetizers / soups / salads | spicy chipotle chicken soup | $3.00 |
| 3 | Sopa De Tortilla | appetizers / soups / salads | chicken tortilla soup | $3.00 |
| 4 | Caldo De Camaron | appetizers / soups / salads | spicy shrimp soup. | $6.00 |
| 5 | Nachos | appetizers / soups / salads | corn chips topped with beans, cheese and Jalapeno | $6.00 |
| 6 | Coctel De Camaron | appetizers / soups / salads | Mexican style shrimp cocktail | $8.00 |
| 7 | Guacamole | appetizers / soups / salads | served with corn chips. | $8.00 |
| 8 | House Salad | appetizers / soups / salads | lettuce, onion, tomatoes, green peppers and avocado | $8.00 |
| 9 | Quesadilla Derritida | appetizers / soups / salads | Spinach, mushrooms and fresh tomatoes. | $8.00 |
| 10 | 'El Tio' Salad | appetizers / soups / salads | ham, cheese, avocado | $9.00 |
| 11 | Quesados | appetizers / soups / salads | steak rolled in a flour tortilla with cheese, beans, sour cream and guacamole on the side. | $9.00 |
| 12 | Queso Fundido | appetizers / soups / salads | melted cheese with chorizo. | $9.00 |
| 13 | Scallops A La Diabla | appetizers / soups / salads | broiled scallops in Chipotle sauce | $9.00 |
| 14 | Sopes De Cerdo | appetizers / soups / salads | 2 corn masa de boats topped with pastor, tomatoes, lettuce, homemade sauce, sour cream, guacamole and Mexican cheese. | $9.00 |
| 15 | Aguacate Relleno | appetizers / soups / salads | half an avocado stuffed with fresh diced shrimp topped with house dressing. | $10.00 |
| 16 | Mojito | appetizers / soups / salads | lightly breaded broiled scallops in minced garlic and fresh tomatoes. | $10.00 |
| 17 | Quesadilla De Langosta | appetizers / soups / salads | flour tortilla stuffed with cheese and fresh lobster meat sour cream guacamole on the side. | $10.00 |
| 18 | Pollo Frito | mexican dishes | fried chicken | $11.00 |
| 19 | 'El Tio' Taco Salad | appetizers / soups / salads | — | $12.00 |
| 20 | Cesar Salad (Traditional Cesar) | appetizers / soups / salads | — | $12.00 |
| 21 | Chicken Salad | appetizers / soups / salads | house salad with grilled chicken breast strips. | $12.00 |
| 22 | Burrito Dish | mexican dishes | 1 large burrito stuffed with lettuce, cheese, salsa and steak, beans, pork or chicken | $14.00 |
| 23 | Burrito Loco / Vegetarian Burrito | mexican dishes | — | $14.00 |
| 24 | Chicken | cont mexican dishes | — | $14.00 |
| 25 | Chimichanga | mexican dishes | 112 flour tortilla fried chicken or shredded beef. | $14.00 |
| 26 | Enchiladas Rojas | mexican dishes | 3 red mole corn tortillas chicken, ground beef, steak or pork. | $14.00 |
| 27 | Enchiladas Siuzas | mexican dishes | 3 green tomatillo corn tortillas chicken ground beef, steak or pork | $14.00 |
| 28 | Flautas | mexican dishes | 3 crispy-fried corn tortillas chicken or shredded beef. | $14.00 |
| 29 | Pechuga Asada | mexican dishes | — | $14.00 |
| 30 | Pechuga En Mole Rojo | mexican dishes | grilled chicken breast topped with red mole | $14.00 |
El Tio Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable El Tio food category to save money on your next order
appetizers / soups / salads
$8.91
22 items
mexican dishes
$14.17
12 items
cont mexican dishes
$16.95
20 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at El Tio — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at El Tio 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 Tio.
Compare El Tio prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full El Tio menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at El Tio and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.