Budget Dining Guide
Mandarin Express Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Mandarin Express? 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
$1.00
Average Item Price
$7.84
Budget for Two
$15.68
Priced Items Tracked
150
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Mandarin Express Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Mandarin Express sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bottled Water | beverages | — | $1.00 |
| 2 | 20 oz. Soda | beverages | — | $1.29 |
| 3 | 2 Egg Rolls | appetizer | — | $1.79 |
| 4 | Bottled Green Tea | beverages | — | $1.99 |
| 5 | 2-Liter Soda | beverages | — | $2.50 |
| 6 | 20 oz. Thai Tea | beverages | — | $3.00 |
| 7 | Smoothie | beverages | — | $3.49 |
| 8 | 6 Fried Wontons | appetizer | — | $4.29 |
| 9 | 6 Piece Crab Rangoon | appetizer | — | $4.29 |
| 10 | 6 Piece Paper Wrapped Chicken | appetizer | — | $4.99 |
| 11 | Teriyaki Beef Bowl | mandarin bowl | — | $4.99 |
| 12 | Teriyaki Chicken Bowl | mandarin bowl | — | $4.99 |
| 13 | 6 Pot Stickers | appetizer | — | $5.29 |
| 14 | Corn Egg Flower Soup | soup | — | $5.29 |
| 15 | Vegetable Soup | soup | — | $5.29 |
| 16 | BBQ Pork with Vegetables Lunch Special | lunch specials | — | $5.99 |
| 17 | Beef Broccoli Lunch Special | lunch specials | — | $5.99 |
| 18 | Beef Fried Rice | fried rice | — | $5.99 |
| 19 | Beef Pepper Steak Lunch Special | lunch specials | — | $5.99 |
| 20 | Black Pepper Chicken Lunch Special | lunch specials | — | $5.99 |
| 21 | Chicken Broccoli Lunch Special | lunch specials | — | $5.99 |
| 22 | Chicken Chop Suey Lunch Special | lunch specials | — | $5.99 |
| 23 | Chicken Fried Rice | fried rice | — | $5.99 |
| 24 | Curry Beef Bowl | mandarin bowl | Hot and spicy. | $5.99 |
| 25 | Curry Chicken Bowl | mandarin bowl | Hot and spicy. | $5.99 |
| 26 | Curry Chicken Lunch Special | lunch specials | — | $5.99 |
| 27 | Ginger and Onion Beef Lunch Special | lunch specials | — | $5.99 |
| 28 | House Special Chicken Lunch Special | lunch specials | — | $5.99 |
| 29 | Kungpao Chicken Lunch Special | lunch specials | — | $5.99 |
| 30 | Lemon Chicken Lunch Special | lunch specials | — | $5.99 |
Mandarin Express Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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beverages
$2.21
6 items
mandarin bowl
$5.59
5 items
soup
$5.79
4 items
appetizer
$5.88
12 items
lunch specials
$6.22
30 items
fried rice
$6.32
6 items
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Finding affordable meals at Mandarin Express 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 Mandarin Express.
Compare Mandarin Express prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Mandarin Express menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Mandarin Express and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.