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Budget Dining Guide

Founders Cafe Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options

Looking for affordable food at Founders 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 September 2026.

Lowest Price

$0.99

Average Item Price

$6.58

Budget for Two

$13.16

Priced Items Tracked

33

Top 3 Most Affordable Picks

#1 Dirty Chips $0.99
#2 Brewed Coffee $2.00
#3 Specialty Coffee $2.00

Founders Cafe Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive

Every affordable menu item at Founders Cafe sorted from lowest to highest price

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# Menu Item Category Portion Price
1 Dirty Chips sides $0.99
2 Brewed Coffee beverages Please call restaurant for selection. $2.00
3 Specialty Coffee beverages Please call restaurant for selection. $2.00
4 Tea beverages Please call restaurant for selection. $2.00
5 Cookie dessert $2.25
6 Homemade Soup soup Please call the restaurant for soup of the day. $3.25
7 The Tardy Student Breakfast breakfast 2 scrambled eggs and choice of cheese on buttered, lightly toasted honey wheat bread. $3.95
8 American Classic Breakfast breakfast 2 eggs, bacon or ham, on ciabatta bread. $4.50
9 The Benny Breakfast breakfast 2 eggs, ham and lemon aioli on ciabatta bread. $4.50
10 Florentine Breakfast breakfast 2 eggs, sauteed spinach, tomato, and lemon aioli on ciabatta bread. $4.95
11 The Denver Breakfast breakfast 2 eggs, ham, cheddar, sauteed peppers and onions on a ciabatta roll. $4.95
12 Yogen Fruz Smoothie beverages $5.50
13 Founder's Classic Caesar Salad salads Chopped romaine lettuce, Italian radicchio lettuce, anchovy-free Caesar dressing, fresh ground black pepper, shaved Parmesan cheese, and house-made garlic and herb croutons. $7.45
14 Founder's House Salad salads Mixed greens, red onion, grape tomato, cucumber, house made garlic and herb croutons, Founder's house vinaigrette, shaved Parmesan cheese and fresh ground black pepper. $7.45
15 The Herbivore cold sandwiches and wraps Fresh semi-seasonal vegetables including English cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, fresh sliced vine tomato, baby arugula, and baby spinach, on lightly toasted honey wheat bread or a garlic pesto wra $7.50
16 Buffalo Chicken Wrap cold sandwiches and wraps Oven roasted chicken breast and romaine lettuce with house-made bleu cheese and Sriracha sauce. $7.95
17 Founder's Favorite Salad salads Spring mix and spinach, chopped walnuts, dried cranberries, bleu cheese crumbles, and honey-rosemary balsamic vinaigrette. Peppery, tangy, sweet, sharp, and earthy. $7.95
18 Founder's Tuna Salad cold sandwiches and wraps House made daily with celery, parsley, dill, lemon and red onion. Served on lightly toasted honey wheat bread or a spinach herb wrap with fresh sliced vine tomato, spring mix and our house-made lemon $7.95
19 Founders Chicken Salad cold sandwiches and wraps Made in-house with oven roasted chicken breast, fresh grapes, walnuts, celery, raisins, almonds, and fresh fuji apple on lightly toasted honey wheat bread or spinach herb wrap with fresh sliced vine $7.95
20 Ham and Swiss Sandwich cold sandwiches and wraps Black Forest ham topped with premium Swiss cheese and our house-made horseradish-chive aioli. $7.95
21 Italian Trio Wrap cold sandwiches and wraps Genoa salami, Black Forest ham, imported capicola, provolone, mesclun spring mix, red onion, and fresh sliced vine tomato with our horseradish-chive. $7.95
22 The Greek Salad salads Cucumber, feta cheese, assorted Greek olives, red onion, lemon wedge, pickled fennel, and grape tomato with mesclun spring mix and lemon-basil vinaigrette. $7.95
23 Tuna Salad Wrap cold sandwiches and wraps Founder's tuna salad with spring mix, fresh sliced vine tomato, and lemon aioli in a spinach and herb wrap. $7.95
24 Artisan 5 Cheese and Tomato Panini panini Fresh sliced vine tomato, fresh cut herbs, aged NY cheddar, premium Swiss cheese, mozzarella, shaved Parmesan, and provolone cheeses grilled in a panini press. $8.75
25 Cajun Chicken and Bleu Cheese Panini panini Lightly spiced and oven roasted whole chicken breast strips, caramelized onions and house made creamy bleu cheese dressing. $8.75
26 Chicken Caprese Panini panini Oven roasted chicken breast, mozzarella and tomatoes, basil pesto and balsamic vinaigrette, drizzled with herb-infused extra virgin olive oil. $8.75
27 Chicken Spinach Pesto Wrap cold sandwiches and wraps Marinated and oven roasted chicken breast strips, red onion, fresh sliced vine tomato, mozzarella, baby spinach, and handmade pesto sauce in a garlic and herb wrap. $8.75
28 Smoked Turkey on Honey Wheat Sandwich cold sandwiches and wraps Thin sliced smoked turkey breast, premium Swiss cheese, mesclun spring mix, red onion and fresh sliced vine tomato on lightly toasted honey wheat bread with our house made sweet cranberry aioli. $8.75
29 Traditional Cobb Salad salads Marinated and oven roasted breast of chicken, Applewood smoked bacon, grape tomato, bleu cheese crumbles, hard-boiled egg quarters with mesclun spring mix and your choice of house-made dressing. $8.75
30 Herb Roasted Veggie Panini panini Assortment of herb roasted veggies, including eggplant, summer squash, pickled fennel, zucchini, fresh baby spinach, bell peppers, fresh sliced vine tomato, and our roasted red pepper coulis sauce. V $8.95

Founders Cafe Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category

Find the most affordable Founders Cafe food category to save money on your next order

sides

$0.99

1 items

dessert

$2.25

1 items

beverages

$2.88

4 items

soup

$3.25

1 items

breakfast

$4.57

5 items

salads

$7.91

5 items

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Frequently Asked Questions About Founders Cafe Prices

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

What is the cheapest item on the Founders Cafe menu?

The most affordable item at Founders Cafe is Dirty Chips priced at $0.99. 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 Founders Cafe on a budget?

The average menu item at Founders Cafe costs about $6.58. For two people dining on a budget, you can expect to spend approximately $13.16 by choosing affordable options. Look at the lowest-priced items for the best value meals.

How many low-cost menu items does Founders Cafe have?

Founders Cafe currently has 33 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 Founders Cafe prices updated regularly?

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

Which Founders Cafe menu category has the cheapest prices?

The most budget-friendly category at Founders Cafe is sides with an average price of $0.99 across 1 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 Founders Cafe — Budget Dining Tips

Finding affordable meals at Founders 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 Founders Cafe.

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