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Food Matters Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options

Looking for affordable food at Food Matters? 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

$3.95

Average Item Price

$9.27

Budget for Two

$18.54

Priced Items Tracked

34

Top 3 Most Affordable Picks

#1 Mesclun Salad $3.95
#2 Broccoli $4.95
#3 Buttery Spinach $4.95

Food Matters Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive

Every affordable menu item at Food Matters sorted from lowest to highest price

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# Menu Item Category Portion Price
1 Mesclun Salad appetizers with croutons and balsamic vinaigrette $3.95
2 Broccoli sides — $4.95
3 Buttery Spinach sides — $4.95
4 Creamed Swiss Chard sides — $4.95
5 Hand-Cut Fries sides — $4.95
6 Herbed Mashed Sweet Potatoes sides — $4.95
7 Honey Glazed Carrots sides — $4.95
8 Ice Cream Sandwich dessert chocolate chip cookies with vanilla ice cream or bittersweet chocolate ice cream $4.95
9 Mashed Potatoes And Gravy sides — $4.95
10 Mushrooms With Bacon And Parsley sides — $4.95
11 Pasta With Butter And Parmesan sides — $4.95
12 Quinoa Pilaf sides — $4.95
13 Roasted Winter Vegetables sides — $4.95
14 Sautéed Kale With Chile Flakes sides — $4.95
15 Chocolate Brownie Sundae dessert with vanilla ice cream, hot fudge sauce, peanuts, and whipped cream $6.95
16 Chocolate Mousse Trifle dessert with orange mascarpone cream $6.95
17 Ice Cream Or Sorbet dessert — $6.95
18 Organic Apple, Hazelnut And Sour Cream Pie dessert our chefs have put a lot of thought into these dishes. we will try our best to accommodate dietary restrictions, but please keep your special requests to a minimum. $6.95
19 Soups Of The Day appetizers — $6.95
20 Build Your Own Salad sandwiches and the like — $7.95
21 Deviled Eggs appetizers with smoked salmon and chives $7.95
22 Build Your Own Salad sandwiches and the like lentil burger on brioche with garlic butter, carrot slaw, alfalfa sprouts, lettuce and onion, (add grilled onions, crisp bacon, provolone, swiss, mozzarella, blue, or white cheddar $0.75) $8.95
23 Pork Spring Rolls appetizers with asian barbecue sauce $8.95
24 Salad Of Warm Goat Cheese appetizers with apples, arugula, and walnut vinaigrette $8.95
25 Build Your Own Salad sandwiches and the like roseda angus beef hamburger on brioche with garlic butter, lettuce and onion, (add grilled onions, crisp bacon, provolone, swiss, mozzarella, blue, or white cheddar $0.75) $9.95
26 Build Your Own Salad sandwiches and the like chicken reuben sandwich on rye with thousand 1000 dressing, swiss cheese and russian kraut $9.95
27 Grilled Gulf Shrimp appetizers with avocado and grapefruit salad and poppyseed vinaigrette $11.95
28 Build Your Own Side Plate entrees (choice of four side dishes) $14.95
29 Egg Noodles entrees with root vegetable ribbons, garlic, onion, and pecorino cheese $15.95
30 Roast Amish Chicken Breast entrees with roasted winter vegetables and gravy $17.95

Food Matters Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category

Find the most affordable Food Matters food category to save money on your next order

sides

$4.95

12 items

dessert

$6.55

5 items

appetizers

$8.12

6 items

sandwiches and the like

$9.20

4 items

entrees

$19.66

7 items

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Frequently Asked Questions About Food Matters Prices

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

What is the cheapest item on the Food Matters menu?
The most affordable item at Food Matters is Mesclun Salad priced at $3.95. 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 Food Matters on a budget?
The average menu item at Food Matters costs about $9.27. For two people dining on a budget, you can expect to spend approximately $18.54 by choosing affordable options. Look at the lowest-priced items for the best value meals.

How many low-cost menu items does Food Matters have?
Food Matters currently has 34 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 Food Matters prices updated regularly?
Yes. Our Food Matters menu price data is continuously tracked and updated. This page reflects the most recent pricing as of August 2026. Restaurant prices may vary by location, so use these as general reference prices for budget planning.

Which Food Matters menu category has the cheapest prices?
The most budget-friendly category at Food Matters is sides with an average price of $4.95 across 12 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 Food Matters — Budget Dining Tips

Finding affordable meals at Food Matters 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 Food Matters.

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