Budget Dining Guide
Mel's Drive-In Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Mel's Drive-In? 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
$1.00
Average Item Price
$5.75
Budget for Two
$11.5
Priced Items Tracked
210
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Mel's Drive-In Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Mel's Drive-In sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Soft Drink | beverages | 12 oz can | $1.00 |
| 2 | 20 Oz Sodas, Snapple, Gatorade | beverages | — | $1.50 |
| 3 | Bottled Water | beverages | — | $1.50 |
| 4 | 1. Country Fresh Eggs | mels club breakfast | with ham, bacon or sausage | $1.75 |
| 5 | Brewed Decaf | beverages | — | $1.85 |
| 6 | Coffee | beverages | mels blend | $1.85 |
| 7 | Milk | beverages | — | $1.85 |
| 8 | Coco Cola, Diet Coke, Root Beer or Sprite | beverages | — | $1.95 |
| 9 | Tea | beverages | — | $1.95 |
| 10 | French Fries | appetizers | downtown location only | $2.00 |
| 11 | Fresh Lemonade / Iced Tea Combo | beverages | 22 oz a real breat | $2.00 |
| 12 | Garlic Bread | appetizers | whole loaf with melted cheese | $2.00 |
| 13 | Sour Cream | side orders | — | $2.00 |
| 14 | Iced Coffee | beverages | w/ whipped cream | $2.10 |
| 15 | Pineapple, Tomato or Apple Juice | juice and fruits | — | $2.10 |
| 16 | One Egg | side orders | — | $2.25 |
| 17 | Chocolate Milk | beverages | — | $2.30 |
| 18 | Garlic Bread | appetizers | 1/2 loaf with melted cheese | $2.39 |
| 19 | 2 Liter | beverages | coke, dite coke, sprite & 7up | $2.50 |
| 20 | Catistoge | beverages | — | $2.50 |
| 21 | English Muffin | side orders | — | $2.50 |
| 22 | Fresh Lemonade | beverages | — | $2.50 |
| 23 | Hot Chocolate | beverages | w/ whipped cream | $2.50 |
| 24 | Iced Tea | beverages | — | $2.50 |
| 25 | Toast | side orders | — | $2.50 |
| 26 | Espresso | beverages | — | $2.65 |
| 27 | Bagel | side orders | — | $2.75 |
| 28 | Mels American Fries* | side orders | — | $2.75 |
| 29 | Yogurt or Cattage Cheese | side orders | — | $2.75 |
| 30 | Coleslaw | side orders | our own recipe | $2.90 |
Mel's Drive-In Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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beverages
$2.45
23 items
juice and fruits
$3.22
5 items
beer
$3.25
4 items
side orders
$3.44
27 items
appetizers
$3.59
7 items
desserts
$3.98
9 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at Mel's Drive-In — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at Mel's Drive-In 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 Drive-In.
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