Budget Dining Guide

The Blue Plate Special Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options

Looking for affordable food at The Blue Plate Special? 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

$6.95

Budget for Two

$13.9

Priced Items Tracked

98

Top 3 Most Affordable Picks

#1 Side of Grits $1.50
#2 Side of Home Fries $1.50
#3 Croissant $1.75

The Blue Plate Special Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive

Every affordable menu item at The Blue Plate Special sorted from lowest to highest price

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# Menu Item Category Portion Price
1 Side of Grits breakfast sides $1.50
2 Side of Home Fries breakfast sides $1.50
3 Croissant sweets $1.75
4 Side of Bacon breakfast sides $1.95
5 Side of Cheese Grits breakfast sides $1.95
6 Side of Chorizo breakfast sides $1.95
7 Side of Sausage Gravy breakfast sides $1.95
8 Side of Sausage Patty breakfast sides $1.95
9 Side of Turkey Bacon breakfast sides $1.95
10 Brownie sweets $2.00
11 Coffee beverages $2.00
12 Cookie sweets $2.00
13 Crackbread sweets $2.00
14 Hot Tea beverages $2.00
15 Flavor of the Day Iced Tead beverages Call restaurant for today's flavor. $2.50
16 Iced Tea beverages Unsweetened. $2.50
17 Lemonade beverages Fresh squeezed. $2.50
18 Muffin sweets $2.50
19 Peach Nectar Lemonade beverages Fresh squeezed. $3.00
20 Pomegranate Lemonade beverages Fresh squeezed. $3.00
21 Hot Chocolate beverages $3.50
22 Ice Cream Float beverages $3.50
23 New York Chocolate Egg Cream beverages $3.50
24 Kid Size Stack Pancakes french toast and pancakes Plain or stuffed. Served with Vermont maple syrup. $4.00
25 Short Stack of Pancakes french toast and pancakes Plain or stuffed. Served with Vermont maple syrup. $4.00
26 Hand Made Soup soups, salads and such With garlic crostini. $4.50
27 Biscuit and Gravy miscellaneous breakfast Dan's buttermilk biscuit with country sausage gravy. $4.95
28 Fresh Handcut Fruits miscellaneous breakfast $4.95
29 Grilled Cheddar Sandwich sandwiches $4.95
30 Oatmeal miscellaneous breakfast Bob's red mill mueslix oatmeal with fresh fruits. $4.95

The Blue Plate Special Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category

Find the most affordable The Blue Plate Special food category to save money on your next order

breakfast sides

$1.84

8 items

sweets

$2.05

5 items

beverages

$2.80

10 items

miscellaneous breakfast

$5.35

5 items

french toast and pancakes

$6.00

6 items

beginners

$6.62

3 items

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Blue Plate Special Prices

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

What is the cheapest item on the The Blue Plate Special menu?

The most affordable item at The Blue Plate Special is Side of Grits priced at $1.50. 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 The Blue Plate Special on a budget?

The average menu item at The Blue Plate Special costs about $6.95. For two people dining on a budget, you can expect to spend approximately $13.9 by choosing affordable options. Look at the lowest-priced items for the best value meals.

How many low-cost menu items does The Blue Plate Special have?

The Blue Plate Special currently has 98 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 The Blue Plate Special prices updated regularly?

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

Which The Blue Plate Special menu category has the cheapest prices?

The most budget-friendly category at The Blue Plate Special is breakfast sides with an average price of $1.84 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 The Blue Plate Special — Budget Dining Tips

Finding affordable meals at The Blue Plate Special 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 The Blue Plate Special.

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