Budget Dining Guide
Thai Idea Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Thai Idea? 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
$1.50
Average Item Price
$7.69
Budget for Two
$15.38
Priced Items Tracked
70
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Thai Idea Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Thai Idea sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Jasmine Rice | side order | — | $1.50 |
| 2 | Steamed Vegetables | side order | — | $1.50 |
| 3 | Soda | beverages | — | $1.75 |
| 4 | Cucumber Salad | side order | — | $1.95 |
| 5 | Brown Rice | side order | — | $2.00 |
| 6 | Iced Tea | beverages | — | $2.00 |
| 7 | Lychee Iced Tea | beverages | — | $2.00 |
| 8 | Peanut Sauce | side order | — | $2.00 |
| 9 | Steamed Tofu | side order | — | $2.00 |
| 10 | Thai Iced Coffee | beverages | — | $2.00 |
| 11 | Thai Iced Tea | beverages | — | $2.00 |
| 12 | Lemonade | beverages | — | $2.50 |
| 13 | Coconut Juice | beverages | — | $3.50 |
| 14 | Coconut Ice Cream | desserts | — | $4.95 |
| 15 | Vanilla Ice Cream | desserts | — | $4.95 |
| 16 | Fried Banana with Ice Cream | desserts | — | $5.95 |
| 17 | Chocolate Dipped Banana | desserts | — | $6.95 |
| 18 | Crispy Spring Rolls | appetizers | Four pieces. Silver noodles, dried mushrooms and cabbage. | $6.95 |
| 19 | Crispy Tofu | appetizers | Deep-fried tofu with sweet and sour dipping sauce and ground peanuts. | $6.95 |
| 20 | Mango Sticky Rice | desserts | — | $6.95 |
| 21 | Satay Chicken | appetizers | Four pieces. Veggie chicken on skewers served with peanut sauce and cucumber salad. | $6.95 |
| 22 | Thai Crepe with Ice Cream | desserts | — | $6.95 |
| 23 | Thai Samosa | appetizers | Five pieces. Crispy wrap with mixed potato, onion and curry powder. | $6.95 |
| 24 | Beef Salad | salad | Veggie salad with onions, chili, cucumber and tomatoes in lemon dressing. | $7.95 |
| 25 | Corn Fritter | appetizers | Deep-fried fresh corn cakes served with cucumber salad. | $7.95 |
| 26 | Crab Cakes | appetizers | Three pieces. With wasabi cream and homemade soy syrup. | $7.95 |
| 27 | Fresh Salad Rolls | appetizers | Bean sprouts, lettuce and carrot wrapped in fresh rice paper and served with peanut sauce. | $7.95 |
| 28 | Larb Salad | salad | Soy ground protein chicken with onions, mint, rice powder and lime dressing. | $7.95 |
| 29 | Shrimp Rolls | appetizers | Five pieces. Deep-fried marinated veggie shrimp wrapped in egg roll skins. | $7.95 |
| 30 | Som Tum Salad | salad | Shredded green papaya seasoned with lime juice, chili, tomatoes, string beans and peanuts. | $7.95 |
Thai Idea Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
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side order
$1.82
6 items
beverages
$2.25
7 items
desserts
$6.12
6 items
appetizers
$7.77
11 items
salad
$8.20
4 items
soup
$8.45
2 items
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Finding affordable meals at Thai Idea 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 Thai Idea.
Compare Thai Idea prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Thai Idea menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Thai Idea and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.