Budget Dining Guide
Forbidden City Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Forbidden City? 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
$4.75
Average Item Price
$6.08
Budget for Two
$12.16
Priced Items Tracked
26
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Forbidden City Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Forbidden City sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Peking Buddha's Delight | luncheon menu | — | $4.75 |
| 2 | Chicken with Broccoli | luncheon menu | — | $5.00 |
| 3 | Garlic Chicken | luncheon menu | — | $5.00 |
| 4 | Kulu Chicken | luncheon menu | — | $5.00 |
| 5 | Kulu Pork | luncheon menu | — | $5.00 |
| 6 | Kung Po Chicken | luncheon menu | — | $5.00 |
| 7 | Moo Goo Gai Pan | luncheon menu | — | $5.00 |
| 8 | Chicken with Cashew Nut (Chef's Specialty) | luncheon menu | — | $5.25 |
| 9 | Dragon Horse Chicken | luncheon menu | — | $5.25 |
| 10 | Lemon Chicken (Chef's Specialty) | luncheon menu | — | $5.25 |
| 11 | Almond Shrimp and Chicken | luncheon menu | — | $5.50 |
| 12 | Beef Steak Hong Kong Style | luncheon menu | — | $5.50 |
| 13 | Beef with Broccoli | luncheon menu | — | $5.50 |
| 14 | Dragon Horse Beef | luncheon menu | — | $5.50 |
| 15 | Green Pepper Steak | luncheon menu | — | $5.50 |
| 16 | Mongolian Beef | luncheon menu | — | $5.50 |
| 17 | Sesame Beef | luncheon menu | — | $5.50 |
| 18 | Szechuan Beef | luncheon menu | — | $5.50 |
| 19 | Dragon Horse Shrimp | luncheon menu | — | $5.75 |
| 20 | Kulu Shrimp | luncheon menu | — | $5.75 |
| 21 | Moo Goo Har | luncheon menu | — | $5.75 |
| 22 | Shrimp with Broccoli | luncheon menu | — | $5.75 |
| 23 | Shrimp with Lobster Sauce | luncheon menu | — | $5.75 |
| 24 | Three Kinds of Delicacies | gourmet lunch | sliced sirloin beef, chicken, and BBQ pork, sauteed with mushrooms, water chestnuts and choice Chinese vegetables. | $10.95 |
| 25 | Beef and Shrimp with Bamboo Shoots, Mushrooms | gourmet lunch | — | $11.95 |
| 26 | Stir Fried Jumbo Shrimp and Chicken with Asparagus (Seasonal) | gourmet lunch | — | $11.95 |
Forbidden City Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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luncheon menu
$5.36
23 items
gourmet lunch
$11.62
3 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at Forbidden City — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at Forbidden City 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 Forbidden City.
Compare Forbidden City prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Forbidden City menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Forbidden City and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.