Budget Dining Guide
Mel's Diner Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Mel's Diner? 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
$0.69
Average Item Price
$3.66
Budget for Two
$7.32
Priced Items Tracked
133
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Mel's Diner Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Mel's Diner sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Toast & Jelly | sides | — | $0.69 |
| 2 | One Egg | sides | — | $0.79 |
| 3 | English Muffin | sides | — | $0.89 |
| 4 | 100% Colombian Coffee | beverages | — | $0.99 |
| 5 | Hot Tea, Hot Chocolate | beverages | — | $0.99 |
| 6 | Apple Sauce | sides | — | $1.09 |
| 7 | Grapefruit Juice | good coffee & beverages | — | $1.09 |
| 8 | Grits | sides | — | $1.09 |
| 9 | Mel's Cole Slaw | sides | — | $1.09 |
| 10 | Milk Or Chocolate Milk | good coffee & beverages | — | $1.09 |
| 11 | Orange Juice | good coffee & beverages | — | $1.09 |
| 12 | Potatoes | sides | — | $1.09 |
| 13 | Tomato Juice | good coffee & beverages | — | $1.09 |
| 14 | V-8 Juice | good coffee & beverages | — | $1.09 |
| 15 | Veggies | sides | — | $1.09 |
| 16 | Iced Tea | beverages | (free refiles) | $1.19 |
| 17 | Lemonade | beverages | (free refiles) | $1.19 |
| 18 | Soda Pop | beverages | (free refiles) | $1.19 |
| 19 | Cold Cereal | kellogg's cereal | — | $1.29 |
| 20 | Plain Fries | natural cut idaho fries | — | $1.29 |
| 21 | Side Of Sausage Gravy | sides | — | $1.39 |
| 22 | Bacon | sides | — | $1.49 |
| 23 | Comed Beef Hash | sides | — | $1.49 |
| 24 | Ham | sides | — | $1.49 |
| 25 | Homemade Soup | sides | — | $1.49 |
| 26 | Sausage | sides | — | $1.49 |
| 27 | Cottage Cheese | sides | — | $1.59 |
| 28 | Quaker Hot Oatmeal | kellogg's cereal | — | $1.59 |
| 29 | Wets (Fries W/ Gravy) | natural cut idaho fries | — | $1.59 |
| 30 | Bagel W/Cream Cheese | sides | — | $1.69 |
Mel's Diner Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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good coffee & beverages
$1.09
5 items
beverages
$1.11
5 items
sides
$1.35
19 items
kellogg's cereal
$1.44
2 items
natural cut idaho fries
$1.56
3 items
windy city chili
$1.92
3 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at Mel's Diner — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at Mel's Diner 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 Mel's Diner.
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