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Budget Dining Guide

Shanghai Inn Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options

Looking for affordable food at Shanghai Inn? 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 September 2026.

Lowest Price

$1.00

Average Item Price

$8.25

Budget for Two

$16.5

Priced Items Tracked

173

Top 3 Most Affordable Picks

#1 Egg $1.00
#2 All Soft Drinks $1.50
#3 Extra Sweet & Sour Sauce $1.50

Shanghai Inn Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive

Every affordable menu item at Shanghai Inn sorted from lowest to highest price

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# Menu Item Category Portion Price
1 Egg special extra $1.00
2 All Soft Drinks miscellaneous $1.50
3 Extra Sweet & Sour Sauce special extra quarter box $1.50
4 Fried Noodles miscellaneous $1.50
5 Hot Tea miscellaneous jasmine. $1.50
6 Steamed Rice miscellaneous $1.50
7 Almond Cookie miscellaneous $2.00
8 Broccoli special extra $2.00
9 Fortune Cookie miscellaneous $2.00
10 Green Peppers special extra $2.00
11 Pineapple special extra $2.00
12 Tofu special extra $2.00
13 Water Chestnuts special extra $2.00
14 White Mushroom special extra $2.00
15 Cantonese Pan Fried Noodles miscellaneous $2.50
16 Extra Pork Or Chicken special extra $2.50
17 Extra Shrimp special extra $2.50
18 French Fries miscellaneous $2.50
19 Pea Pods special extra $2.50
20 Red Peppers special extra $2.50
21 Vegetable Soup cantonese soups meatless. $2.95
22 Black Mushrooms special extra $3.00
23 Extra Beef special extra $3.50
24 Egg Rolls appetizers made with pork & shrimp may contain peanuts. $3.70
25 Vegetable Egg Rolls appetizers may contain peanuts. $3.70
26 Yet Ca Mein Soup cantonese soups $3.95
27 Egg Drop Soup cantonese soups $4.25
28 Egg Fried Rice rice selections $5.00
29 Plain egg foo young $5.00
30 Chicken Noodle Soup cantonese soups $5.15

Shanghai Inn Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category

Find the most affordable Shanghai Inn food category to save money on your next order

miscellaneous

$1.88

8 items

special extra

$2.21

14 items

cantonese soups

$5.38

9 items

rice selections

$6.38

10 items

egg foo young

$6.55

10 items

appetizers

$7.15

11 items

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shanghai Inn Prices

Common questions about menu prices, budget meals, and affordable dining options.

What is the cheapest item on the Shanghai Inn menu?

The most affordable item at Shanghai Inn is Egg priced at $1.00. This is one of the lowest-cost menu options available, making it a great budget-friendly pick for cost-conscious diners.

How much does it cost to eat at Shanghai Inn on a budget?

The average menu item at Shanghai Inn costs about $8.25. For two people dining on a budget, you can expect to spend approximately $16.5 by choosing affordable options. Look at the lowest-priced items for the best value meals.

How many low-cost menu items does Shanghai Inn have?

Shanghai Inn currently has 173 menu items with tracked prices. Out of these, we list the 30 most affordable options sorted from lowest to highest price to help you find cheap eats quickly.

Are Shanghai Inn prices updated regularly?

Yes. Our Shanghai Inn menu price data is continuously tracked and updated. This page reflects the most recent pricing as of September 2026. Restaurant prices may vary by location, so use these as general reference prices for budget planning.

Which Shanghai Inn menu category has the cheapest prices?

The most budget-friendly category at Shanghai Inn is miscellaneous with an average price of $1.88 across 8 items. This category offers the best value if you are looking for affordable dining options and low-cost meals.

Smart Ways to Save Money at Shanghai Inn — Budget Dining Tips

Finding affordable meals at Shanghai Inn 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 Shanghai Inn.

Compare Shanghai Inn prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Shanghai Inn menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Shanghai Inn and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.