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Ingredient Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options

Looking for affordable food at Ingredient? 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

$1.25

Average Item Price

$8.7

Budget for Two

$17.4

Priced Items Tracked

60

Top 3 Most Affordable Picks

#1 Apple $1.25
#2 Coffee $2.25
#3 Fountain Drinks $2.25

Ingredient Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive

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

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# Menu Item Category Portion Price
1 Apple sides $1.25
2 Coffee drinks $2.25
3 Fountain Drinks drinks $2.25
4 Fresh Cut Fruit sides $2.25
5 Grilled Chilled Vegetables sides $2.25
6 Hand Cut Cajun Fries sides $2.25
7 Hand Cut Fries sides $2.25
8 Hand Cut Sweet Potato Fries sides $2.25
9 Low Fat Cottage Cheese sides $2.25
10 Merkt's Cheddar Fries sides $2.25
11 Tea drinks $2.25
12 San Pellegrino's Sparkling Mineral Water drinks $3.00
13 Soup soup Call restaurant for daily selection. $3.45
14 Custom Burger burgers Served with lettuce, tomato, pickle and hand cut fries. $8.00
15 Thai Dumplings appetizers Thai pork, wonton wrap and sweet spicy corn pepper jam. $8.00
16 White Bean Hummus appetizers Grilled eggplant, pita and crostini. $8.00
17 Bruschetta appetizers $9.00
18 Roasted Poblano Chorizo Fondue appetizers Soft pretzel and grilled sourdough. $9.00
19 Brick Oven Meatball Grinder Sandwich sandwiches Spicy meatballs, tomato pomodora, mozzarella and provolone cheeses and crisp bread. $10.00
20 Caesar Salad salads Romaine lettuce, Parmesan cheese, croutons and Caesar dressing. $10.00
21 California Cobb Salad salads Crisp greens, chicken, avocado, egg, balsamic onion, tomato, cucumber, fusilli, cheddar and peppercorn ranch. $10.00
22 Cheese Pizza pizza $10.00
23 Chicken and Waffles appetizers Wildflower honey, rosemary fried chicken wings, lavender and lemon ricotta waffle. $10.00
24 Custom Pizza pizza $10.00
25 Custom Salad salads $10.00
26 Deli Sandwich sandwiches Slicer's choice, greens, tomato, shaved onion, Dijon, mayo and crisp bread. $10.00
27 English Pub Burger burgers Beer battered cod, tomato, lettuce and tartar. Served with lettuce, tomato, pickle and hand cut fries. $10.00
28 Honey Wasabi Turkey Burger burgers Ground turkey, provolone cheese, greens, tomato and Sriracha aioli. Served with lettuce, tomato, pickle and hand cut fries. $10.00
29 House Chopped Salad salads Crisp greens, chicken, bacon, tomato, ditalini, Gorgonzola cheese, green onion, cucumber and house dressing. $10.00
30 Jayhawk Bistro Burger burgers Beef patty, roasted red pepper, balsamic onion and Gorgonzola cheese. Served with lettuce, tomato, pickle and hand cut fries. $10.00

Ingredient Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category

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

sides

$2.13

8 items

drinks

$2.44

4 items

soup

$3.45

1 items

burgers

$9.67

6 items

appetizers

$10.30

10 items

sandwiches

$10.64

11 items

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ingredient Prices

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

What is the cheapest item on the Ingredient menu?

The most affordable item at Ingredient is Apple priced at $1.25. 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 Ingredient on a budget?

The average menu item at Ingredient costs about $8.7. For two people dining on a budget, you can expect to spend approximately $17.4 by choosing affordable options. Look at the lowest-priced items for the best value meals.

How many low-cost menu items does Ingredient have?

Ingredient currently has 60 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 Ingredient prices updated regularly?

Yes. Our Ingredient 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 Ingredient menu category has the cheapest prices?

The most budget-friendly category at Ingredient is sides with an average price of $2.13 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 Ingredient — Budget Dining Tips

Finding affordable meals at Ingredient 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 Ingredient.

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