Budget Dining Guide
India Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at India? 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
$2.95
Average Item Price
$13.59
Budget for Two
$27.18
Priced Items Tracked
78
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India Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at India sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Extra Basmati Rice | condiments and ready to cook sauces | — | $2.95 |
| 2 | Mango Chutney | condiments and ready to cook sauces | — | $2.95 |
| 3 | Papadam | condiments and ready to cook sauces | 4 pieces. | $2.95 |
| 4 | Raita | condiments and ready to cook sauces | Yogurt relish with cucumber, cumin and fresh mint. | $2.95 |
| 5 | Tandoori Roti | charcoal fired tandoori breads | Whole wheat bread from the tandoor. | $3.00 |
| 6 | Naan | charcoal fired tandoori breads | Unleavened Indian bread from the tandoor. | $3.95 |
| 7 | Thali Andhra Sauce | condiments and ready to cook sauces | Clove and poppy seed spiced curry sauce. | $3.95 |
| 8 | Thali Curry Sauce | condiments and ready to cook sauces | Classic curry sauce. | $3.95 |
| 9 | Thali Gassi Sauce | condiments and ready to cook sauces | Medium spiced roasted coriander, garlic and red chili sauce. | $3.95 |
| 10 | Thali Vindaloo Sauce | condiments and ready to cook sauces | Cinnamon and hot chili curry sauce. | $3.95 |
| 11 | Garlic Naan | charcoal fired tandoori breads | Naan topped with roasted garlic. | $4.50 |
| 12 | Jalapeno Naan | charcoal fired tandoori breads | Hot jalapenos on naan. | $4.50 |
| 13 | Mint Paratha | charcoal fired tandoori breads | Multi layered roti with butter and dried mint. | $4.50 |
| 14 | Thali Korma Sauce | condiments and ready to cook sauces | Cashew nut cardamom cream sauce. | $4.95 |
| 15 | Thali Tikka Masala Sauce | condiments and ready to cook sauces | Slow simmered tomato cream sauce with spices. | $4.95 |
| 16 | Chicken Tikka Masala Naan | charcoal fired tandoori breads | Naan filled with spiced grilled chicken. | $5.00 |
| 17 | Chili Cheese Kulcha | charcoal fired tandoori breads | Naan filled with green chilies and cheese. | $5.00 |
| 18 | Khandahari Naan | charcoal fired tandoori breads | Naan filled with raisins, pistachio and almond. | $5.00 |
| 19 | Vegetable Samosa | appetizers and salads | Seasoned potatoes in a triangular pastry. | $6.50 |
| 20 | Gobi Manchurian | appetizers and salads | Sweet, sour and spicy cauliflower dumplings. Hot and spicy. | $7.95 |
| 21 | Katchumber Salad | appetizers and salads | Cucumber, tomato and chickpeas with mango vinaigrette. | $7.95 |
| 22 | Podi Idli | appetizers and salads | Fermented de-husked black lentil and rice savoury cakes tossed in ghee. | $7.95 |
| 23 | Ragda Patties | appetizers and salads | Spiced chickpeas and potato patties with chutneys. | $7.95 |
| 24 | Nepalese Momos | appetizers and salads | Dumplings with citrus garlic chili oil. | $8.00 |
| 25 | Asian Salad | appetizers and salads | Mixed greens, napa cabbage and red onion. | $8.95 |
| 26 | Bagar Dal | vegetarian | Mixed yellow lentils in garlic and cumin. Served with saffron basmati rice. | $8.95 |
| 27 | Chicken Manchurian | appetizers and salads | Tender pieces of chicken in garlic and green chili sauce. Hot and spicy. | $8.95 |
| 28 | Pepper Chicken | appetizers and salads | Hot and spicy chicken grilled in tandoor. Hot and spicy. | $8.95 |
| 29 | Wings 65 | appetizers and salads | Hand pulled chicken wings in a spicy marinade. | $8.95 |
| 30 | Jinga Manchurian | appetizers and salads | Crisp shrimp in hot soy garlic sauce. Hot and spicy. | $10.95 |
India Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable India food category to save money on your next order
condiments and ready to cook sauces
$3.75
10 items
charcoal fired tandoori breads
$4.43
8 items
appetizers and salads
$8.92
12 items
vegetarian
$14.28
12 items
chicken
$17.46
8 items
biryani
$19.16
5 items
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Finding affordable meals at India 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 India.
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