Budget Dining Guide
Nation's Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Nation's? 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
$0.40
Average Item Price
$3.27
Budget for Two
$6.54
Priced Items Tracked
51
Top 3 Most Affordable Picks
Nation's Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Nation's sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ole | meal-makers extras | 2 mild green chiles | $0.40 |
| 2 | Cheese | meal-makers extras | 2 thick slices | $0.50 |
| 3 | Bottled Water | thick shakes, sundaes and beverages | — | $0.75 |
| 4 | Extra Large AA Egg | a la carte favorites | — | $0.85 |
| 5 | Hot Tea / Cocoa | thick shakes, sundaes and beverages | — | $0.90 |
| 6 | Milk | thick shakes, sundaes and beverages | — | $0.90 |
| 7 | Toast | a la carte favorites | white, wheat or sourdough | $0.90 |
| 8 | Bacon, Sausage, Ham | a la carte favorites | — | $1.05 |
| 9 | Sundae | thick shakes, sundaes and beverages | — | $1.10 |
| 10 | Coffee Blends | thick shakes, sundaes and beverages | — | $1.15 |
| 11 | Bacon | meal-makers extras | 3 thick slices | $1.20 |
| 12 | Soda / Iced Tea | thick shakes, sundaes and beverages | — | $1.30 |
| 13 | Fries | meal-makers extras | cooked in canola oil | $1.40 |
| 14 | Orange Juice | thick shakes, sundaes and beverages | — | $1.40 |
| 15 | Pancakes | a la carte favorites | — | $1.65 |
| 16 | Bowl Of Chili | meal-makers extras | rich and meaty | $1.85 |
| 17 | Hashbrowns | a la carte favorites | — | $1.90 |
| 18 | Classic - Small - 1/6 pie | by the slice | — | $2.00 |
| 19 | Thick Shake | thick shakes, sundaes and beverages | vanilla, chocolate, strawberry, java | $2.05 |
| 20 | Hot Dog | filling favorites | all-beef franks | $2.35 |
| 21 | Cheesecake - Small - 1/6 pie | by the slice | — | $2.55 |
| 22 | Classic - Regular -1/4 pie | by the slice | — | $2.70 |
| 23 | Pancakes | a la carte favorites | — | $2.80 |
| 24 | Grilled Cheese | filling favorites | with everything there's no other like it! | $2.90 |
| 25 | Omelets - Cheese | omelets | a la carte | $3.00 |
| 26 | Chili Fries | meal-makers extras | always hit the spot | $3.05 |
| 27 | Cheesecake - Regular - 1/4 pie | by the slice | — | $3.45 |
| 28 | Chili Dog | filling favorites | smothered with chili | $3.50 |
| 29 | Jr. Giant One-Egger | full hearty breakfasts | single portions | $3.50 |
| 30 | Hamburger | the giants | the original giant hamburger | $3.60 |
Nation's Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable Nation's food category to save money on your next order
thick shakes, sundaes and beverages
$1.19
8 items
meal-makers extras
$1.40
6 items
a la carte favorites
$1.85
7 items
by the slice
$2.67
4 items
filling favorites
$3.53
6 items
the giants
$4.40
7 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at Nation's — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at Nation's 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 Nation's.
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