Budget Dining Guide
Mel's Kitchen Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Mel's Kitchen? 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
$0.35
Average Item Price
$5.36
Budget for Two
$10.72
Priced Items Tracked
51
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Mel's Kitchen Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Mel's Kitchen sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Extra Dressing | salads & wraps | caesar, ranch, raspberry vinaigrette, balsamic vinaigrette, dijon poppy seed vinaigrette, lite italian | $0.35 |
| 2 | Mels Special Burger | burgers, quesadillas, & more | w/ extras | $0.50 |
| 3 | Homemade Hot Peppers | sides | — | $0.75 |
| 4 | Coleslaw | sides | — | $1.25 |
| 5 | Bagels | breakfast | — | $1.50 |
| 6 | Additions | salads & wraps | add chicken, tuna or turkey to any salad or wrap | $2.00 |
| 7 | Bagels | breakfast | w/ cream cheese | $2.25 |
| 8 | French Fries | sides | — | $2.50 |
| 9 | Grilled Cheese | burgers, quesadillas, & more | — | $3.00 |
| 10 | Eggs | breakfast | w/ cheese | $3.25 |
| 11 | Onion Rings | sides | — | $3.25 |
| 12 | Grilled Cheese | burgers, quesadillas, & more | w/ tomato | $3.50 |
| 13 | Bagels | breakfast | w/ cream cheese, bacon & tomato | $3.75 |
| 14 | Eggs | breakfast | w/ pork roll | $4.50 |
| 15 | Eggs | breakfast | w/ bacon | $4.50 |
| 16 | Eggs | breakfast | w/ scrapple | $4.50 |
| 17 | Eggs | breakfast | w/ pork or turkey sausage | $4.50 |
| 18 | Eggs | breakfast | w/ ham | $4.50 |
| 19 | Homemade French Toast | breakfast | w/ cinnamon & powdered sugar | $4.75 |
| 20 | Breakfast Burrito | breakfast | eggs, cheese, tomato, peppers and choice of meat wrapped in a flour tortilla | $5.50 |
| 21 | Healthy Alternative | breakfast | egg whites, mushrooms, onion and peppers on multi-grain | $5.50 |
| 22 | JCs Breakfast Special | breakfast | scrambled eggs, cheese and bacon between two waffles w/ a dab of syrup (my boys love this one) | $5.75 |
| 23 | Tossed House Salad | salads & wraps | romaine and mixed greens w/ tomato, roast peppers, cucumbers, red onion and croutons tossed in the dressing of your choice | $5.75 |
| 24 | Tuna Melt | burgers, quesadillas, & more | tuna salad and fresh tomato covered in swiss served on toasted rye bread | $5.75 |
| 25 | Caesar Salad | salads & wraps | romaine tossed w/ parmesan cheese and croutons in caesar dressing | $5.95 |
| 26 | Healthy Alternative | breakfast | w/ turkey sausage | $6.00 |
| 27 | Homemade French Toast | breakfast | w/ choice of meat | $6.00 |
| 28 | Mels Big Breakfast | breakfast | 3 eggs, choice of meat, peppers and onion, potatoes and cheese on a long roll | $6.00 |
| 29 | Mels Special Burger | burgers, quesadillas, & more | fresh ground, ½ pound angus beef seasoned & served w/ lettuce, tomato, and pickle on a lebus roll. | $6.00 |
| 30 | Chicken Cutlets | chicken cutlets | — | $6.50 |
Mel's Kitchen Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable Mel's Kitchen food category to save money on your next order
sides
$1.94
4 items
breakfast
$4.66
17 items
burgers, quesadillas, & more
$4.84
8 items
salads & wraps
$5.43
8 items
grilled chicken
$6.72
2 items
house roasted turkey
$6.80
3 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at Mel's Kitchen — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at Mel's Kitchen 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 Kitchen.
Compare Mel's Kitchen prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Mel's Kitchen menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Mel's Kitchen and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.