Budget Cafe Menu (2025 Update)

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Introducing the Menu at Budget Cafe

Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo, Budget Cafe invites diners to savor a delightful array of breakfast and lunch dishes without breaking the bank. Renowned for its cozy, welcoming atmosphere, this hidden gem offers mouthwatering plates that consistently impress.

  • Hearty Breakfast Selections: Try the 1/2 Lb. Beef & Eggs or the Country Fried Steak & Eggs, each crafted with care and robust flavors.
  • Signature Burgers: Don’t miss their classic burgers, from the traditional Hamburger to the Bacon Burger, all served with a side of friendly smiles.
  • Refreshing Beverages: Pair your meal with freshly brewed coffee or hot herbal tea, adding to the cafe’s charm.

Budget Cafe not only serves delicious food but also creates a community vibe that keeps customers coming back for more. Experience exceptional service and an inviting atmosphere that makes every visit memorable.

Hot Lunches More Lunch Entrees Lunch Side Orders Homemade Chili Dishes Salads Your Favorites Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes, French Toast & Waffle Beverages Beverages - Other Juices Beverages - Ice Cold Fountain Drinks Breakfast Side Orders Hamburgers Cold Sandwiches More Sandwiches Budget Cafe's Deluxe Sandwiches

Hot Lunches

Country Fried Steak Lunch.
US$11.25

Hot Turkey Lunch.
US$11.00

Hot Beef Lunch.....
US$11.00

1/3 Lb. Beef
US$10.50

Turkey Patty.
US$10.50

Grilled Chicken Breast
US$10.50

Fried Cod Filet.
US$10.50

Garden Burger.
US$10.50

More Lunch Entrees

Lunch Side Orders

French Fries...
US$4.25

Dinner Salad.
US$4.75

Chicken Strips

(3 pieces)..
US$8.50

Cottage Cheese.
US$4.00

Potato Salad.....
US$4.00

Tomato Slices
US$4.00

Chill Size.

1/3. Lb. Beef patty served on an open faced burger ******* 10.50 bun, covered with chili and cheese with french fries
US$10.50

Chili Cheese Fries.

1/3. Lb. Beef patty served on an open faced burger ******* 10.50 bun, covered with chili and cheese with french fries
US$8.75

Homemade Chili Dishes

Salads

Grilled Or Fried Chicken Salad.

Green salad topped with chopped grilled or fried chicken, sliced tomato and hard boiled egg.
US$11.25

Two Eggs, Any Style.
US$9.50

Bacon & Eggs
US$10.75

Sausage & Eggs.
US$10.75

Ham & Eggs
US$11.50

Diced Ham & Scrambled Eggs
US$11.50

Linguica Sausage & Eggs
US$11.50

Polish Sausage & Eggs
US$11.50

Corned Beef Hash & Eggs
US$11.50

1/3 Lb. Beef Patty & Eggs
US$11.00

1/3 Lb. Turkey Patty & Eggs
US$11.00

1/2 Lb. Beef & Eggs
US$11.75

Joe's Special
US$11.75

Country Scramble
US$11.00

Country Fried Steak & Eggs
US$12.50

6 Oz. Bone-In Ham Steak & Eggs
US$12.50

7 Oz. New York Steak & Eggs
US$13.50

Your Favorites

Homemade Buttermilk Pancakes, French Toast & Waffle

Mini Ranch

Ranch

Tummy Buster

Short Stack

Shorter Stack

Our Feature

Mini Feature

Belgian Waffle With Seasonal Fresh Fruit
US$10.75

Belgian Waffle With Seasonal Fresh Pecans
US$10.75

Belgian Waffle With Seasonal Fresh Fruit & One Egg, & Two Pieces Of Bacon
US$13.25

Belgian Waffle With Seasonal Fresh Fruit & One Egg, & Two Pieces Of Sausage
US$13.25

Belgian Waffle With Seasonal Fresh Pecans & One Egg, & Two Pieces Of Bacon
US$13.25

Belgian Waffle With Seasonal Fresh Pecans & One Egg, & Two Pieces Of Sausage
US$13.25

Fresh Ground Coffee

Hot Lipton Tea
US$3.00

Hot Herbal Tea
US$3.00

Hot Chocolate
US$3.00

2% Milk

Orange Juice

Beverages

Beverages - Other Juices

Apple

Large
US$4.25

Grapefruit

Large
US$4.25

Tomato

Large
US$4.25

V8

Large
US$4.25

Coke
US$3.00

Dr. Pepper
US$3.00

Diet Coke
US$3.00

Ice Tea
US$3.00

Sprite
US$3.00

Lemonade
US$3.00

Beverages - Ice Cold Fountain Drinks

Breakfast Side Orders

Bacon
US$5.25

Link Sausage
US$5.25

Half Side Of Bacon
US$4.25

Half Side Of Link Sausage
US$4.25

Ham
US$5.00

Linguica
US$5.00

Beef Patty

One Egg
US$2.75

Two Eggs
US$4.00

Hash Browns
US$5.00

Home Fries
US$5.00

One Biscuit/Gravy
US$3.75

Two B/G
US$6.00

One Biscuit
US$3.75

Country Gravy
US$2.50

Toast & Jelly
US$4.00

Hot Oatmeal
US$6.50

Cup Of Fresh Fruit
US$7.00

Cold Cereal
US$5.25

Hamburger

Cheese Burger

Bacon Cheese Burger

Mushroom Burger

Bacon Burger

Hamburgers

Cold Sandwiches

Turkey Sandwich
US$10.50

Deli Roast Beef Sandwich
US$10.50

Ham Sandwich
US$10.50

Tuna Fish Sandwich
US$10.50

Egg Salad Sandwich
US$10.00

Grilled Cheese Sandwich
US$10.25

Grilled Ham & Cheese Sandwich
US$10.75

Bacon, Lettuce, & Tomato Sandwich
US$10.75

Fried Ham & Egg Sandwich On Toasted Bread
US$10.75

Fried Bacon & Egg Sandwich On Toasted Bread
US$10.75

Fish Sandwich On Toasted Bun
US$10.75

More Sandwiches

Budget Cafe's Deluxe Sandwiches

Club Sandwich

Served on toasted choice of bread with mayonnaise, bacon, lettuce, tomato, turkey & ham.
US$12.50

Tuna Melt

Grilled on your choice of bread, with tuna and melted cheese.
US$11.25

California Turkey Melt

Grilled on your choice of bread, with turkey, tomatoes and melted cheese.
US$11.25

Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich

Grilled with onions and bell peppers, topped with melted cheese and served on a toasted french roll.
US$12.00

Garden Burger

Delicious meatless patty served on toasted bun with mayonnaise, thousand island, lettuce and tomato.
US$11.25

French Dip

Deli roast beef dip served on toasted french roll with au jus sauce on side for dipping.
US$11.25

Polish Sausage Bacon Sandwich

Served on a toasted french roll, topped with grilled onions and cheese...just like at the ballpark!
US$12.00