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Friendly Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options

Looking for affordable food at Friendly? 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

$0.50

Average Item Price

$7.16

Budget for Two

$14.32

Priced Items Tracked

297

Top 3 Most Affordable Picks

#1 Blue Cheese Or Ranch Or Italian Dressing $0.50
#2 Honey Muster Or BBQ Or Honey BBQ Sauce $0.50
#3 Fried Wonton $0.75

Friendly Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive

Every affordable menu item at Friendly sorted from lowest to highest price

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# Menu Item Category Portion Price
1 Blue Cheese Or Ranch Or Italian Dressing side orders — $0.50
2 Honey Muster Or BBQ Or Honey BBQ Sauce side orders — $0.50
3 Fried Wonton appetizers sweet & sour $0.75
4 Hot Tea side orders — $1.00
5 Pork Egg Roll Or Vegetable Egg Roll appetizers — $1.35
6 Shrimp Egg Roll Or Spring Roll appetizers — $1.45
7 Empanada appetizers beef or chicken or cheese $1.50
8 Ice Tea side orders — $1.50
9 Lemonade side orders — $1.50
10 White Rice side orders — $1.50
11 Chicken Rice Or Noodle Soup soup — $1.75
12 Pineapple Chunk side orders — $1.75
13 Teriyaki (Beef Or Chicken) Or Fantail Shrimp appetizers — $1.75
14 Egg Drop Or Wonton Soup soup — $1.95
15 French Fries appetizers — $1.95
16 Pork Bun Or Pizza Roll appetizers — $1.95
17 1/2 Fried Chicken house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
18 15 Fried Shrimp house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
19 Boneless Chicken (2) house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
20 Fried Chicken Gizzards Or Liver house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
21 Fried Chicken Nuggets (10) house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
22 Fried Chicken Tender Fritters house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
23 Fried Chicken Wing (4) house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
24 Fried Fish (2) house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
25 Fried Jumbo Shrimp (5) house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
26 Fried Pork Chop (2) house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
27 Fried Scallop (10) house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
28 Fried Spare Rib Tip house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
29 Golden Fried Finger (8) house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00
30 Honey BBQ Or Buffalo Boneless Chicken house special with fries rice or french fries lo mein. lo main add $2.00

Friendly Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category

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

side orders

$1.56

8 items

soup

$3.77

10 items

appetizers

$5.00

23 items

house special

$5.54

86 items

pork

$5.95

1 items

lunch special

$6.23

24 items

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Frequently Asked Questions About Friendly Prices

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

What is the cheapest item on the Friendly menu?
The most affordable item at Friendly is Blue Cheese Or Ranch Or Italian Dressing priced at $0.50. 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 Friendly on a budget?
The average menu item at Friendly costs about $7.16. For two people dining on a budget, you can expect to spend approximately $14.32 by choosing affordable options. Look at the lowest-priced items for the best value meals.

How many low-cost menu items does Friendly have?
Friendly currently has 297 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 Friendly prices updated regularly?
Yes. Our Friendly 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 Friendly menu category has the cheapest prices?
The most budget-friendly category at Friendly is side orders with an average price of $1.56 across 8 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 Friendly — Budget Dining Tips

Finding affordable meals at Friendly 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 Friendly.

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