Budget Dining Guide

Grub Chicago Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options

Looking for affordable food at Grub Chicago? 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 July 2026.

Lowest Price

$2.00

Average Item Price

$10.64

Budget for Two

$21.28

Priced Items Tracked

39

Top 3 Most Affordable Picks

#1 Cracklin’ Cornbread $2.00
#2 Cracklin’ Cornbread $2.00
#3 Candied Yams $4.00

Grub Chicago Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive

Every affordable menu item at Grub Chicago sorted from lowest to highest price

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# Menu Item Category Portion Price
1 Cracklin’ Cornbread sidekicks fresh baked cornbread w/ honeycomb butter $2.00
2 Cracklin’ Cornbread sidekicks fresh baked cornbread w/ honeycomb butter $2.00
3 Candied Yams sidekicks in candy sauce $4.00
4 Candied Yams sidekicks in candied sauce $4.00
5 Fried Cabbage sidekicks house spice $4.00
6 Hoppin’ John sidekicks black-eyed peas and spices $4.00
7 Hoppin’ John sidekicks black-eyed peas and spices $4.00
8 Mac & Cheese Muffins sidekicks $4.00
9 Mac & Cheese Muffins sidekicks baked mac and cheese $4.00
10 Slow Collard Greens sidekicks $4.00
11 Slow Collard Greens sidekicks $4.00
12 Black Walnut Ice Cream sweets $5.00
13 Black Walnut Ice Cream sweets $5.00
14 Banana Pudding sweets grand marnier meringue $7.00
15 Banana Pudding sweets w/ grand marnier meringue $7.00
16 Bourbon Peach Cobbler sweets w/rum glaze (a la mode) $7.00
17 Bourbon Peach Cobbler sweets w/ rum glaze (a la mode) $7.00
18 Grub Hot Salad salads field greens, grilled onions, tangerines and toasted black walnuts $8.00
19 Grub Hot Salad teaser's mixed greens, balsamic onions, tangerines and toasted black walnuts $8.00
20 Naked Wings entrées crispy oven baked chicken wings $9.00
21 Naked Wings teaser's crispy oven baked chicken wings $9.00
22 Juke Joint Gumbo entrées chef’s signature gumbo, sausage, herbs and spices, w/ cracklin’ corn bread shellfish $12.00
23 Juke Joint Gumbo teaser's chef’s signature gumbo, sausage, herbs and spices, w/ cracklin’ corn bread (shellfish) $12.00
24 Off The Bone BBQ Turkey Leg entrées bbq turkey leg w/ collard greens $13.00
25 Chesapeake Bay Crab Cakes entrées jumbo lump crab cakes w/ comeback sauce $14.00
26 Off The Bone BBQ Turkey Leg entrées w/ collard greens and hoppin’ john $14.00
27 Salmon Nugget Salad salads $14.00
28 The Double Crunch entrées chef’s signature fried chicken w/ mac & cheese muffins $14.00
29 Crispy Lemon Pepper Catfish entrées pan fried w/ barbeque spaghetti $15.00
30 Smothered Pork Chops entrées roasted pork tenderloins w/ baked cheese grits 'n' burnt tomato gravy $15.00

Grub Chicago Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category

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

sidekicks

$3.64

11 items

sweets

$6.33

6 items

teaser's

$9.67

3 items

salads

$11.00

2 items

entrées

$16.82

17 items

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Frequently Asked Questions About Grub Chicago Prices

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

What is the cheapest item on the Grub Chicago menu?

The most affordable item at Grub Chicago is Cracklin’ Cornbread priced at $2.00. 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 Grub Chicago on a budget?

The average menu item at Grub Chicago costs about $10.64. For two people dining on a budget, you can expect to spend approximately $21.28 by choosing affordable options. Look at the lowest-priced items for the best value meals.

How many low-cost menu items does Grub Chicago have?

Grub Chicago currently has 39 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 Grub Chicago prices updated regularly?

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

Which Grub Chicago menu category has the cheapest prices?

The most budget-friendly category at Grub Chicago is sidekicks with an average price of $3.64 across 11 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 Grub Chicago — Budget Dining Tips

Finding affordable meals at Grub Chicago 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 Grub Chicago.

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

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