Budget Dining Guide
El Tropico Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at El Tropico? 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
$8.69
Budget for Two
$17.38
Priced Items Tracked
151
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El Tropico Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at El Tropico sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chimichurri Sauce | side orders | — | $0.75 |
| 2 | Ginger Ale | beverages | — | $1.25 |
| 3 | Ham Croquettte | appetizers | — | $1.29 |
| 4 | Cafe Cubano | beverages | — | $1.39 |
| 5 | Cafe Con Leche | beverages | — | $1.89 |
| 6 | Empanadas | appetizers | beef or chicken. | $1.89 |
| 7 | Empanadas | beverages | beef or chicken. | $1.89 |
| 8 | White Rice | side orders | — | $1.99 |
| 9 | Malta | beverages | — | $2.29 |
| 10 | Diet Materva | beverages | — | $2.49 |
| 11 | Jupina | beverages | — | $2.49 |
| 12 | Materva | beverages | — | $2.49 |
| 13 | Shake | beverages | chocolate, mango, papaya, pineapple, strawberry. | $2.49 |
| 14 | Cuban Toast | cuban toast | with cream cheese | $2.50 |
| 15 | Dinner 3 Chocolate Chip Cookies | desserts | — | $2.50 |
| 16 | Black Beans | side orders | — | $2.59 |
| 17 | Maduros | side orders | soft sweet plantains. | $2.59 |
| 18 | Papa Fritas | side orders | french fries. | $2.59 |
| 19 | Yellow Rice | side orders | — | $2.59 |
| 20 | Yuca Con Mojo | side orders | — | $2.59 |
| 21 | Bottled Juice | beverages | apple juice, orange juice. | $2.79 |
| 22 | 2 Eggs | side orders | — | $2.99 |
| 23 | Mashed Potatoes | side orders | — | $2.99 |
| 24 | Mixed Rice And Beans | side orders | mixed white rice and black beans. | $2.99 |
| 25 | Tamal En Hoja | appetizers | tamal in corn husk. | $2.99 |
| 26 | Tostones | side orders | fried green plantains. | $3.29 |
| 27 | Dinner Frijoles Negros | soups | black bean soup bowl. | $3.59 |
| 28 | Dinner Sopa De Pollo | soups | chicken soup bowl. | $3.59 |
| 29 | Lunch Sopa De Pollo | soups | bowl of chicken soup. | $3.59 |
| 30 | Side Salad | side orders | — | $3.90 |
El Tropico Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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cuban toast
$2.50
1 items
side orders
$2.89
14 items
soups
$3.99
5 items
beverages
$4.54
16 items
desserts
$4.68
16 items
special dessert of the month
$5.50
1 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at El Tropico — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at El Tropico 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 Tropico.
Compare El Tropico prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full El Tropico menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at El Tropico and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.