Budget Dining Guide
Zen Cheapest Menu Items & Affordable Meal Options
Looking for affordable food at Zen? 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
$10.32
Budget for Two
$20.64
Priced Items Tracked
178
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Zen Menu Items Ranked by Price — Cheapest to Most Expensive
Every affordable menu item at Zen sorted from lowest to highest price
| # | Menu Item | Category | Portion | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Yaki Ramen | lunch specials | add chicken or beef | $1.00 |
| 2 | Yaki Soba | lunch specials | add chicken or beef | $1.00 |
| 3 | Yaki Udon | lunch specials | add chicken or beef | $1.00 |
| 4 | Miso Soup | soups & salads | — | $2.50 |
| 5 | Steamed Rice | noodles and rice | — | $2.50 |
| 6 | Brown Rice | noodles and rice | — | $3.00 |
| 7 | Sushi Rice | noodles and rice | — | $3.00 |
| 8 | Saba | sushi a la carte | (c). mackerel | $3.75 |
| 9 | Spring Roll | hot | vegetable | $3.75 |
| 10 | Avocado Maki | makimono | avocado and sesame seed | $3.95 |
| 11 | Kappa Maki | makimono | cucumber roll | $3.95 |
| 12 | Oshinko Maki | makimono | pickled daikon radish roll | $3.95 |
| 13 | Tofu With Veggie Soup | soups & salads | — | $3.95 |
| 14 | Avocado & Cucumber | special hand roll | — | $4.25 |
| 15 | Salmon Maki | makimono | (c). | $4.25 |
| 16 | Tekka Maki | makimono | (c). tuna roll | $4.25 |
| 17 | California | special hand roll | — | $4.50 |
| 18 | Kampyo Maki | makimono | marinated gourd roll | $4.50 |
| 19 | Negihama Maki | makimono | (c). yellowtail and scallion | $4.50 |
| 20 | Negisake Maki | makimono | (c). salmon and scallion | $4.50 |
| 21 | Shrimp | special hand roll | (c). | $4.50 |
| 22 | Vegetable Tempura Maki | makimono | sweet potato with sweet soy sauce. | $4.50 |
| 23 | Suzuki | sushi a la carte | (c). sea bass | $4.75 |
| 24 | Unagi | special hand roll | — | $4.75 |
| 25 | Cucumber Avocado Maki | makimono | — | $4.95 |
| 26 | Edamame | hot | — | $4.95 |
| 27 | Hiya Yakko Japanese Cold Tofu | cold | — | $4.95 |
| 28 | Sake | sushi a la carte | (c). salmon | $4.95 |
| 29 | Spicy Salmon | special hand roll | * (c). | $4.95 |
| 30 | Shiitake Mushroom Tempura Maki | makimono | — | $5.00 |
Zen Budget Breakdown — Average Cost per Menu Category
Find the most affordable Zen food category to save money on your next order
special hand roll
$5.42
11 items
soups & salads
$5.93
9 items
makimono
$6.22
31 items
sushi a la carte
$6.70
21 items
hot
$7.37
19 items
cold
$8.90
13 items
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Finding affordable meals at Zen 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 Zen.
Compare Zen prices with similar restaurants using our comparison tool to see which offers better value for your money. You can also check the full Zen menu for the complete listing including premium items. For nutrition-focused decisions, review the cheapest item calories at Zen and compare low-calorie menu options before ordering.