Budget Dining Guide
Forest Cafe Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Forest Cafe? 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
$3.50
Average Item Price
$8.71
Budget for Two
$17.42
Priced Items Tracked
33
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Forest Cafe Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Forest Cafe sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sopa del Dia | lunch menu | — | $3.50 |
| 2 | Caldo | appetizers | Today's Mexican Soup | $4.00 |
| 3 | Ensalada Mista | lunch menu | — | $4.50 |
| 4 | Ejotes al Mojo de Ajo | appetizers | green beans w/ garlic, lime, salt | $5.00 |
| 5 | Caesar Salad | lunch menu | — | $5.50 |
| 6 | Tamales de Elote | appetizers | corn tamales w/ chili sauce, cream, and cheese | $5.50 |
| 7 | Mexicans Tortas-Carnitas | lunch menu | Mexican sandwich w/ pork, chipotle dressing, avocado, black bean spread, cheese, and more. w/ fries or greens | $5.95 |
| 8 | Mexicans Tortas-Pollo Asado | lunch menu | Mexican sandwich w/ chicken, poblano chili rajas, avocado, black bean spread, cheese, and more. w/ fries or greens | $5.95 |
| 9 | Chilpachole de Mejillones | appetizers | mussels in herby chili broth | $6.00 |
| 10 | Higaditos Mexicanos | appetizers | spicy chicken livers | $6.00 |
| 11 | Guacamole | appetizers | — | $6.50 |
| 12 | Huevos Rancheros Divorciados | brunch menu | pan-fried eggs on corn tortillas w/ red and green salsa w/ black beans and cheese | $6.50 |
| 13 | Verano Salad | lunch menu | avocado, fruit, nuts, cheese | $6.50 |
| 14 | Breakfast Burrito | brunch menu | eggs with ham, onions, chilies, cheese in a flour tortilla w/ potatoes, guacamole, salsa, and sour cream | $6.95 |
| 15 | Huevos con Papas con Chorizos | brunch menu | scrambled eggs w/ sausage, potatoes, cheese, black beans, tortillas | $6.95 |
| 16 | Camarones Dulce | appetizers | Fiery orange chipotle shrimp | $8.00 |
| 17 | Plato del Mar | lunch menu | — | $8.00 |
| 18 | Cafe Burrito | enchiladas | w/ cheese, onions, chilies, and choice of chicken, beef, or vegetables w/ red or green chili sauce and cheese. w/ guacamole and sour cream | $10.00 |
| 19 | Cafe Enchilada Suiza | enchiladas | large tortilla w/ chicken or cheese and green chilies, baked w/ chili sauce and cheese | $10.00 |
| 20 | Lolo | enchiladas | shrimp, onions, chilies in flour tortillas w/ cheese | $10.00 |
| 21 | Notenas | enchiladas | Corn tortillas w/ beef brisket, red chili sauce, and cheese | $10.00 |
| 22 | Poblanas | enchiladas | chicken or cheese with Puebla mole | $10.00 |
| 23 | Tres Marias | enchiladas | chicken or cheese with mole poblano, and red and green salsa | $10.00 |
| 24 | Verdes | enchiladas | corn tortillas w/ chicken or cheese w/ tomatillo sauce and cheese | $10.00 |
| 25 | Xochitle | enchiladas | shiitake, spinach, cheese w/ chilaca chili sauce | $10.00 |
| 26 | Pollo en Mole | carnes | grilled chicken in mole of the day | $12.00 |
| 27 | Puerco Adobado | carnes | pork chop in fierty orange chipotle glaze w/ rice, beans, salad | $12.00 |
| 28 | Puerco Enchileno | carnes | glazed pork w/ smashed potatoes, cilantro sauce, chayote, jicama, and green apple sauce | $12.00 |
| 29 | Arroz con Camarones | pescados | large shrimp in rice w/ chilies and sweet cream | $14.00 |
| 30 | Camarones Tamulipas | pescados | Shrimp w/ chili, bacon, mushrooms and herbs | $14.00 |
Forest Cafe Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable Forest Cafe food category to save money on your next order
lunch menu
$5.70
7 items
appetizers
$5.86
7 items
brunch menu
$6.80
3 items
enchiladas
$10.00
8 items
carnes
$12.50
4 items
pescados
$14.00
4 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at Forest Cafe — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at Forest Cafe 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 Forest Cafe.
Compare Forest Cafe prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Forest Cafe menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Forest Cafe and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.