Budget Dining Guide
Tico Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Tico? 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 July 2026.
Lowest Price
$2.00
Average Item Price
$12.44
Budget for Two
$24.88
Priced Items Tracked
120
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Tico Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Tico sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Seven Grain Toast | sides | — | $2.00 |
| 2 | Really Good Bacon | sides | — | $5.00 |
| 3 | Tico Breakfast Potatoes | sides | — | $5.00 |
| 4 | Toasted NYC Bagel | sides | — | $5.00 |
| 5 | Fresh Fruit | sides | — | $6.00 |
| 6 | Lupe's Homemade Sausage | sides | — | $6.00 |
| 7 | Spicy Olives & Marcona Almonds | small plates | — | $7.00 |
| 8 | Baby Romaine | first courses | tossed with avocado, celery, radish and shaved parmigiano | $8.00 |
| 9 | Baby Romaine | small plates | tossed with avocado, celery, radish & shaved parmigiano | $8.00 |
| 10 | Crunchy Edamame | tacos | with tomatillo and cucumber | $8.00 |
| 11 | Grilled Green Beans | small plates | with queso fresco, ticorashi & lime | $8.00 |
| 12 | Homemade Chorizo | a la plancha | with chimichurri | $8.00 |
| 13 | Homemade Granola | brunch | fresh fruit with whipped yogurt | $8.00 |
| 14 | Mixed Seasonal Greens | first courses | with tico vinaigrette | $8.00 |
| 15 | Roasted Golden Beets | small plates | with pistachios, capers and spicy yogurt | $8.00 |
| 16 | Seasonal Sorbet And Gelato | desserts | — | $8.00 |
| 17 | Tico Cookie Plate | desserts | comes with a glass of iced cold milk | $8.00 |
| 18 | Turkey & Black Bean Chili | small plates | with manchego & tostadas | $8.00 |
| 19 | Turkey And Black Bean Chili | first courses | with manchego and tostadas | $8.00 |
| 20 | Baby Kale | small plates | with spicy sunflowers, pickled gooseberries & ricotta salata | $9.00 |
| 21 | Baby Romaine | brunch | tossed with avocado, celery, radish, and parmigiano | $9.00 |
| 22 | Broccolini & Mushroom | a la plancha | with grilled garlic vinaigrette | $9.00 |
| 23 | Caesar Salad | brunch | with tomatoes and parmigiano | $9.00 |
| 24 | Crispy Fried Chicken | tacos | with fennel slaw and spicy buttermilk dressing | $9.00 |
| 25 | Crispy Honey Cayenne Chicken Wings | brunch | — | $9.00 |
| 26 | Crunchy Edamame | tacos | with tomatillo salsa & spiced yogurt | $9.00 |
| 27 | Crunchy Fried Chicken | tacos | with fennel slaw & spicy buttermilk | $9.00 |
| 28 | Fried Calamari | first courses | with ancho-lime mayo | $9.00 |
| 29 | Grandma Muriels Banana Pancakes | brunch | with orange zest and maple syrup | $9.00 |
| 30 | Irish Coffee | cocktails | jamison, bailey;s or both | $9.00 |
Tico Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable Tico food category to save money on your next order
sides
$4.83
6 items
first courses
$9.30
10 items
desserts
$9.33
6 items
small plates
$9.55
20 items
a la plancha
$9.57
7 items
cocktails
$10.33
6 items
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Smart Ways to Save Money at Tico — Budget Dining Tips
Finding affordable meals at Tico 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 Tico.
Compare Tico prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Tico menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Tico and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.