Budget Dining Guide

First Draft Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options

Looking for affordable food at First Draft? 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 July 2026.

Lowest Price

$2.00

Average Item Price

$10.64

Budget for Two

$21.28

Priced Items Tracked

36

Top 3 Most Affordable Picks

#1 Add cheese $2.00
#2 Bleu Cheese Cole Slaw $5.00
#3 House Cut Fries $5.00

First Draft Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive

Every affordable menu item at First Draft sorted from lowest to highest price

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# Menu Item Category Portion Price
1 Add cheese sides $2.00
2 Bleu Cheese Cole Slaw sides $5.00
3 House Cut Fries sides $5.00
4 Cheddar Mashed Potatoes sides $6.00
5 Fried Brussel Sprouts sides $6.00
6 IPA Beer Soups soups and salad Pretzel crouton, scallion $7.00
7 Porkcicles small plates Chicago louisville, buffalo $7.00
8 Southwestern Cactus Chili soups and salad Savory cactus, ground beef, diced tomatoo, onion, corn, beans and spinach in a spicy rich broth $8.00
9 Caesar soups and salad Crips romanie, pretzel crouton, parmesan $9.00
10 Chcolate Chip Cookie Sundae dessert Vanilla ice cream, caramel, fresh fruit, whipped cream $9.00
11 Deep Fried PB and J dessert Battered and encrusted with frosted flakes, fresh fruit whipped cream $9.00
12 Pried Pickles small plates Beer batttered dill spears roasted garlic aioli ipa aioli $9.00
13 Warm Bread Pudding dessert Maple caramel, banana, whipped cream $9.00
14 Bacarian Pretzel Sticks small plates Four cheese sauce and spicy brown mustard $10.00
15 Build Your Own pizza $10.00
16 Cheese pizza House cheese blend, tomato sauce $10.00
17 Hummus small plates Roasted red pepper cucumbers, pretzel crostini $10.00
18 Kale Salad soups and salad Scallion grilled zucchini roasted red grapes herb vinaigrette $10.00
19 Mac and Cheese small plates Classic southern baked recipe, add maple or grilled chicken breast $8.00, add BBQ brisket $5.00 $10.00
20 Spinach soups and salad Fresh mozzarella, shaved onion, hardboiled egg, apple cider vinaigrette $10.00
21 Builed Your own Burger builed your own burger 8oz Angus beef patty with lettuce, onion, beef steak tomato, dill pickle on a pretzel bun served with fries $11.00
22 Smoked Chicken Wings small plates Chicago louidville buffalo $11.00
23 Southern Fried Chicken burger and sandwiches American IPA aioli pickle, brioche $11.00
24 The Supreme Grilled Cheese burger and sandwiches Potato bread, houes beer cheese, cheddar american, tomato maple glazed bacon $11.00
25 Wisconsin Squeakers small plates Housemade battered cheese curds, marinara, lagunitas IPA smoky ranch $11.00
26 Clubhouse Turkey burger and sandwiches Smoked hickory turkey, smoked gouda, IPA aioli multigrain, add maple glazed onion $3.00 $12.00
27 Poutine small plates House cut fries, BBQ beef brisket, left hand milk stout gravy four cheese sauce $13.00
28 Turkey Burger burger and sandwiches Housemade patty, smoked gouda, pickled zucchini chip, chipotle aioli, pretzel bun $13.00
29 South Loop Mushrooms pizza Baby spinach, fresh mozzarella $14.00
30 First Draft burger and sandwiches Maple glazed bacon, house beer cheese, caramelized onion, fried egg, brioche $15.00

First Draft Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category

Find the most affordable First Draft food category to save money on your next order

sides

$4.80

5 items

soups and salad

$8.80

5 items

dessert

$9.00

3 items

small plates

$10.13

8 items

builed your own burger

$11.00

1 items

burger and sandwiches

$13.00

6 items

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Frequently Asked Questions About First Draft Prices

Common questions about menu prices, budget meals, and affordable dining options.

What is the cheapest item on the First Draft menu?

The most affordable item at First Draft is Add cheese priced at $2.00. This is one of the lowest-cost menu options available, making it a great budget-friendly pick for cost-conscious diners.

How much does it cost to eat at First Draft on a budget?

The average menu item at First Draft costs about $10.64. For two people dining on a budget, you can expect to spend approximately $21.28 by choosing affordable options. Look at the lowest-priced items for the best value meals.

How many low-cost menu items does First Draft have?

First Draft currently has 36 menu items with tracked prices. Out of these, we list the 30 most affordable options sorted from lowest to highest price to help you find cheap eats quickly.

Are First Draft prices updated regularly?

Yes. Our First Draft menu price data is continuously tracked and updated. This page reflects the most recent pricing as of July 2026. Restaurant prices may vary by location, so use these as general reference prices for budget planning.

Which First Draft menu category has the cheapest prices?

The most budget-friendly category at First Draft is sides with an average price of $4.8 across 5 items. This category offers the best value if you are looking for affordable dining options and low-cost meals.

Smart Ways to Save Money at First Draft — Budget Dining Tips

Finding affordable meals at First Draft 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 First Draft.

Compare First Draft prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full First Draft menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at First Draft and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.

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