Budget Dining Guide
Steak 'n Shake Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Steak 'n Shake? 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
$0.99
Average Item Price
$3.59
Budget for Two
$7.18
Priced Items Tracked
101
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Steak 'n Shake Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Steak 'n Shake sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Applesauce | sides | — | $0.99 |
| 2 | Hot Tea | beverages | — | $1.00 |
| 3 | Iced Tea | beverages | Sweetened or Unsweetened | $1.00 |
| 4 | Premium Blend Coffee | beverages | Regular | $1.00 |
| 5 | Hot Chocolate | beverages | — | $1.39 |
| 6 | Premium Blend Coffee | beverages | Large | $1.49 |
| 7 | Chocolate Milk | beverages | — | $1.59 |
| 8 | Milk | beverages | — | $1.59 |
| 9 | Creamy Coleslaw | sides | — | $1.79 |
| 10 | Pure Life Bottled Water | beverages | — | $1.79 |
| 11 | Soft Drink | beverages | Regular | $1.79 |
| 12 | Thin 'n Crispy Fries | sides | Small | $1.79 |
| 13 | Baked Beans | sides | — | $1.99 |
| 14 | Cottage Cheese | sides | — | $1.99 |
| 15 | Garden Salad | sides | — | $1.99 |
| 16 | Red Bull Energy Drink | beverages | — | $1.99 |
| 17 | Thin 'n Crispy Fries | sides | Regular | $1.99 |
| 18 | Cheese Fries | sides | Small | $2.29 |
| 19 | Genuine Chili | chili | Cup | $2.29 |
| 20 | Kids' Classic Milk Shake | kids' meals | — | $2.29 |
| 21 | Onion Rings | sides | Regular | $2.29 |
| 22 | Soft Drink | beverages | Large | $2.29 |
| 23 | Vegetable Soup | sides | Cup | $2.29 |
| 24 | Thin 'n Crispy Fries | sides | Large | $2.59 |
| 25 | Vegetable Soup | sides | Bowl | $2.69 |
| 26 | Chili Cheese Fries | sides | Small | $2.79 |
| 27 | Kids' Specialty Milk Shake | kids' meals | — | $2.89 |
| 28 | Banana | classic milkshakes | — | $2.99 |
| 29 | Cheese Fries | sides | Regular | $2.99 |
| 30 | Chili Deluxe | chili | Cup | $2.99 |
Steak 'n Shake Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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beverages
$1.54
11 items
sides
$2.52
18 items
classic milkshakes
$2.99
4 items
kids' meals
$3.52
9 items
specialty milkshakes
$3.69
16 items
chili
$3.78
8 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at Steak 'n Shake — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at Steak 'n Shake 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 Steak 'n Shake.
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